Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
hordeacea
ID:
859757

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. : 194 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000859092



Common Names

  • Chamaeraphis hordeacea
  • Barley Bristlegrass
  • Barley Bristle Grass


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Description

Chamaeraphis hordeacea (also called False brome grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Europe, Asia and North America. It has long, narrow leaves and grows in meadows, grasslands and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Chamaeraphis hordeacea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control. The plant has a high tolerance for drought and can be used in xeriscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chamaeraphis hordeacea has small, white flowers that are arranged in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval in shape. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a short, white taproot.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chamaeraphis hordeacea is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and salt spray. It can be propagated by seed or division.

Where to Find Chamaeraphis hordeacea

Chamaeraphis hordeacea can be found in Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Chamaeraphis hordeacea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chamaeraphis hordeacea?

Chamaeraphis hordeacea

What is the common name of Chamaeraphis hordeacea?

Hairy Feather Grass

What type of soil does Chamaeraphis hordeacea prefer?

Well-drained soil

Species in the Chamaeraphis genus

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

Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:395615-1: 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].