Agropyron duvalii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Loret & Barrandon) Rouy
Source:
wcs
Year:
1913
Citation Micro:
Fl. France [Rouy & Foucaud] 14: 326. 1913 [Apr 1913]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000842126
Common Names
- Agropyron duvalii
- Duval's Wheatgrass
- Wheatgrass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Agropyron duvalii (also called Duval's wheatgrass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to the western United States. It has a clump-forming habit and produces small, inconspicuous flowers. It grows in dry, open areas such as meadows and prairies.
Uses & Benefits
Agropyron duvalii is used as an ornamental grass and for erosion control. It is also used to provide food and shelter for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Agropyron duvalii is a small, yellow, spike-like flower. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, narrow leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Agropyron duvalii can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining medium and kept moist until germination. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The plant should be divided into clumps and replanted in a well-draining medium.
Where to Find Agropyron duvalii
Agropyron duvalii can be found in temperate regions of North America.
Agropyron duvalii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Agropyron duvalii?
Agropyron duvalii
What is the common name of Agropyron duvalii?
Duval's Wheatgrass
Where is Agropyron duvalii found?
Agropyron duvalii is found in North America, Europe, and Asia.
Species in the Agropyron genus
Agropyron duvalii, Agropyron badamense, Agropyron bulbosum, Agropyron cimmericum, Agropyron cristatum, Agropyron dasyanthum, Agropyron desertorum, Agropyron deweyi, Agropyron fragile, Agropyron krylovianum, Agropyron michnoi, Agropyron mongolicum, Agropyron tanaiticum, Agropyron thomsonii, Agropyron pilosiglume, Agropyron striatum, Agropyron praetermissum,
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-388114: Based on the initial data import
Georges Rouy (1851-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rouy' in the authors string.
Henri Loret (1811-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Loret' in the authors string.
Auguste Barrandon (1814-1897): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barrandon' in the authors string.