Status:
valid
Authors:
(Gren. & Duval-Jouve) Kerguélen
Source:
wcs
Year:
1983
Citation Micro:
Lejeunia , n.s., 110: 57 (1983)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000841055
Common Names
- Elyhordeum rouxii
- Roux's Elyhordeum
- Rouxii Elyhordeum
Description
Elyhordeum rouxii (also called Roux's Barley, Roux's Hordeum, and Roux's Wild Barley, among many other common names) is a species of wild barley native to the Mediterranean region. It is a tufted perennial grass growing up to 60 cm tall. It is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and other disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Elyhordeum rouxii 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 rouxii 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Elyhordeum rouxii can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade.
Where to Find Elyhordeum rouxii
Elyhordeum rouxii can be found in the Mediterranean region, including in Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Greece.
Elyhordeum rouxii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Elyhordeum rouxii?
Elyhordeum rouxii
What is the growth habit of Elyhordeum rouxii?
Elyhordeum rouxii is an annual grass with erect stems that can reach up to 1 m in height.
What is the native range of Elyhordeum rouxii?
Elyhordeum rouxii is native to western North America, from British Columbia to California.
Species in the Elyhordeum genus
Elyhordeum arachleicum,
Elyhordeum arcuatum,
Elyhordeum berkeleyanum,
Elyhordeum bowes-lyonii,
Elyhordeum californicum,
Elyhordeum chatangense,
Elyhordeum chatangensis,
Elyhordeum dakotense,
Elyhordeum elymoides,
Elyhordeum iowense,
Elyhordeum jordalii,
Elyhordeum kolymense,
Elyhordeum langei,
Elyhordeum macounii,
Elyhordeum montanense,
Elyhordeum pavlovii,
Elyhordeum rouxii,
Elyhordeum schaackianum,
Elyhordeum stebbinsianum,
Elyhordeum triploideum,
Elyhordeum kirbyi,
Elyhordeum detrinense,
Elyhordeum sinegoricum,
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
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:912427-1: 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].