Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cristata
ID:
896850

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Tzvelev

Source:
wcs

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Novosti Sist. Vyssh. Rast. 7: 47 (1970 publ. 1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000896185

Common Names

  • Rostraria cristata
  • Cristata Rostraria
  • Cristata False Brome

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Description

Rostraria cristata (also called crested false brome, among many other common names) is an annual grass native to Europe and Asia. It grows in clumps and has flat leaves with smooth edges. It is found in meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Rostraria cristata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used as a fodder crop for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rostraria cristata is a small, yellowish-green inflorescence. The seed is a small, black, glossy nut. The seedlings are small, green, and have two opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rostraria cristata is a perennial grass that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is best grown in full sun and in well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or division. The seed should be sown in early spring and the divisions should be done in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Rostraria cristata

Rostraria cristata is native to Europe, but can also be found in parts of North Africa, the Middle East, and Central Asia.

Rostraria cristata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rostraria cristata?

Rostraria cristata

What is the family of Rostraria cristata?

Poaceae

Where is Rostraria cristata native to?

Central Asia

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

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Nikolai Tzvelev (1925-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tzvelev' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:419582-1: 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].