Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
strictus
ID:
908855

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Keng) S.L.Chen

Source:
wcs

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Fl. China 22: 411 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000908190

Common Names

  • Elymus strictus
  • Strict Elymus
  • Strict Wheatgrass

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Description

Elymus strictus (also called 'Strict Elymus', among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Europe and Asia. It grows in dry, sandy soils and is often found in coastal areas. It has thin, upright stems and narrow, pointed leaves that are usually grayish-green in color.

Uses & Benefits

Elymus strictus is a species of grass that is used as a forage crop for livestock. It is also used for erosion control and as a cover crop. The leaves of this plant can also be used as a green manure to improve soil fertility.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Elymus strictus var. crassus (L.B.Cai) S.L.Chen
Elymus strictus var. strictus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Elymus strictus has a small flower head with a single spikelet on each stem. The seeds are small, dark brown and glossy. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Elymus strictus is a species of grass native to Europe and Asia. It is a perennial grass that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated from seed or by dividing the rhizomes. It prefers a moist, shady environment with partial sun. It should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Elymus strictus

Elymus strictus can be found in Europe, Asia, and North America.

Elymus strictus FAQ

What are the common names of Elymus strictus?

Elymus strictus is commonly known as Upright Wheatgrass.

What is the growth rate of Elymus strictus?

Elymus strictus has a moderate growth rate.

What is the maximum height of Elymus strictus?

Elymus strictus can reach a maximum height of up to 4 feet.

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

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.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77076116-1: 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].