Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
jordalii
ID:
841711

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Melderis) Tzvelev

Source:
wcs

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Novosti Sist. Vyssh. Rast. 10: 58 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000841046

Common Names

  • Elyhordeum jordalii
  • Jordalii Elyhordeum
  • Jordalii Elyhordeum

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Description

Elyhordeum jordalii (also called Jordal's Barley, among many other common names) is a species of grass native to the Mediterranean region. It is a perennial grass that grows in dry, open habitats such as grasslands and chaparral. It has narrow, flat leaves and small spikelets with awns.

Uses & Benefits

Elyhordeum jordalii is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping and gardens. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments such as fever, cold, and cough.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Elyhordeum jordalii is a small, yellowish-green spikelet, with a single floret. The seed is small, dark brown, and has a rough surface. The seedlings are thin and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Elyhordeum jordalii is a perennial grass native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or division. When growing from seed, it should be sown in a well-drained, sunny location in the spring. Division should be done in the spring or fall. The plant prefers a moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. It is best grown in full sun, but can tolerate some shade.

Where to Find Elyhordeum jordalii

Elyhordeum jordalii can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe and the Middle East.

Elyhordeum jordalii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Elyhordeum jordalii?

Elyhordeum jordalii

What is the common name of Elyhordeum jordalii?

Jordal's barley

What is the family of Elyhordeum jordalii?

Poaceae

Species in the Poaceae family

Achnatherum pekinense, Achnatherum pubicalyx, Achnatherum sibiricum, Achnatherum turcomanicum, Achnatherum brandisii, Achnatherum bromoides, Achnatherum calamagrostis, Achnatherum confusum, Achnatherum inebrians, Achnatherum jacquemontii, Achnatherum virescens, Achnatherum paradoxum, Achnatherum nakaii, Achnatherum pelliotii, Achnatherum haussknechtii, Achnatherum mandavillei, Achnatherum pilosum, Achnatherum parviflorum, Achnatherum staintonii, Aciachne acicularis, Aciachne flagellifera, Aciachne pulvinata, Acidosasa breviclavata, Acidosasa brilletii, Acidosasa chinensis, Acidosasa edulis, Acidosasa glauca, Acidosasa guangxiensis, Acidosasa lingchuanensis, Acidosasa nanunica, Acidosasa notata, Acidosasa purpurea, Acidosasa venusta, Acidosasa carinata, Acostia gracilis, Acrachne henrardiana, Acrachne perrieri, Acrachne racemosa, Acritochaete volkensii, Acroceras amplectens, Acroceras attenuatum, Acroceras boivinii, Acroceras bosseri, Acroceras calcicola, Acroceras chaseae, Acroceras diffusum, Acroceras elegans, Acroceras excavatum, Acroceras fluminense, Acroceras gabunense,

References

Nikolai Tzvelev (1925-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tzvelev' in the authors string.
Aleksandre Melderis (1909-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Melderis' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:400099-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].