Description
Bromus pumpellianus (also called Pumpell's brome, among many other common names) is an annual grass species native to Europe and North Africa. It grows in meadows, pastures, and other disturbed areas. It has a tufted growth habit and its leaves are linear, flat, and have a rough texture. The inflorescences are open, with long, slender, and drooping branches.
Uses & Benefits
Bromus pumpellianus is used as a forage crop, as a soil stabilizer, and as a cover crop. It is also used for erosion control, as a green manure, and as a source of nectar for bees.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bromus pumpellianus has small, yellowish-green flowers with awns. Its seeds are small and oval-shaped, and its seedlings are slender with long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bromus pumpellianus is a perennial grass native to Europe and parts of Asia. It is a low-growing species that forms clumps of upright stems that reach up to 30 cm in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils, and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is by seed or division of clumps in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Bromus pumpellianus
Bromus pumpellianus is native to Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia, and is also found in North America as an introduced species.