Elymus aliena - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Keng) S.L.Chen
Source:
wcs
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Novon 7: 277 (1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000865955
Common Names
- Alien Wheatgrass
- Elymus aliena
- Aliens Wheatgrass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Elymus aliena (also called Alien Wheatgrass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to western North America. It grows in moist meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands. It has narrow, flat leaves and grows to a height of 2-3 feet.
Uses & Benefits
Elymus aliena is used as an ornamental grass in gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a forage crop for livestock and as a soil stabilizer.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Elymus aliena has small, yellowish-green flowers that are clustered together in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small, reddish-brown, and have awns that are up to 5 cm long. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves that are rolled inwards at the edges.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Elymus aliena can be propagated by seed or division. Seed should be sown in spring in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Division should be done in spring or autumn. It is best to divide the clumps every 3-4 years to ensure vigorous growth.
Where to Find Elymus aliena
Elymus aliena is native to the dry grasslands of Europe.
Elymus aliena FAQ
What is the scientific name of Elymus aliena?
Elymus aliena
What is the common name of Elymus aliena?
Alien wildrye
What is the habitat of Elymus aliena?
Meadows, steppes, and open forests
Species in the Elymus genus
Elymus brachyphyllus, Elymus czilikensis, Elymus dorei, Elymus ebingeri, Elymus hansenii, Elymus incertus, Elymus interjacens, Elymus maltei, Elymus mossii, Elymus nothus, Elymus palmerensis, Elymus pseudorepens, Elymus saxicola, Elymus spurius, Elymus wallii, Elymus abolinii, Elymus afghanicus, Elymus africanus, Elymus alaskanus, Elymus albicans, Elymus aliena, Elymus alienus, Elymus alpinus, Elymus angulatus, Elymus angustispiculatus, Elymus antiquus, Elymus arcuatus, Elymus aristiglumis, Elymus arizonicus, Elymus athericus, Elymus atratus, Elymus bakeri, Elymus barbicallus, Elymus barystachyus, Elymus borianus, Elymus burchan-buddae, Elymus buschianus, Elymus cacuminis, Elymus caianus, Elymus californicus, Elymus canadensis, Elymus caninus, Elymus caucasicus, Elymus cheniae, Elymus ciliaris, Elymus clivorum, Elymus colorans, Elymus confusus, Elymus cordilleranus, Elymus coreanus,
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-410861: Based on the initial data import
Shou Liang Chen (b.1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.L.Chen' in the authors string.
Yi Li Keng (1898-1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Keng' in the authors string.