Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
curvatiformis
ID:
866825

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nevski) Á.Löve

Source:
wcs

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert. 95: 454 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000866160



Common Names

  • Elymus curvatiformis
  • Curvatiformis Wild Rye
  • Curvatiformis Rye Grass


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Description

Elymus curvatiformis (also called curved wildrye, among many other common names) is a species of grass in the family Poaceae. It is native to the Caucasus, Central Asia, and the Himalayas, and it grows in meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Elymus curvatiformis is used as an ornamental grass, for erosion control, as a cover crop, and as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Elymus curvatiformis is a spikelet with awns, and the seed is a caryopsis. The seedlings are slender and have a short, thick root.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Elymus curvatiformis is a perennial grass that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils, and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. Propagation is by seed, which should be planted in spring or fall in well-prepared beds. It can also be propagated by division in spring or fall.

Where to Find Elymus curvatiformis

Elymus curvatiformis is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry grasslands, scrublands, and open woodlands.

Elymus curvatiformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Elymus curvatiformis?

Elymus curvatiformis

What is the common name of Elymus curvatiformis?

Curved-leaved Wheatgrass

What is the natural habitat of Elymus curvatiformis?

Grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands

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

Áskell Löve (1916-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Á.Löve' in the authors string.
Sergéi Nevski (1908-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nevski' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:913970-1: 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].