Elymus macgregorii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
R.E.Brooks & J.J.N.Campb.
Source:
tro
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
J. Kentucky Acad. Sci. 61: 88 (2000)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001272137
Common Names
- MacGregor's Wild Rye
- Elymus macgregorii
- MacGregor's Elymus
Searching for Elymus macgregorii? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Elymus macgregorii (also called 'MacGregor's Wheatgrass', among many other common names) is a species of grass native to Mexico and Central America. It grows in dry, rocky habitats, and is characterized by its thin, green blades and long, thin stems.
Uses & Benefits
Elymus macgregorii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a food plant by the larvae of some Lepidoptera species.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Elymus macgregorii is small and yellow. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.
Searching for Elymus macgregorii? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Elymus macgregorii is a small shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or summer. The seeds should be soaked in warm water for 24 hours before sowing. Germination usually takes place within 2-3 weeks.
Where to Find Elymus macgregorii
Elymus macgregorii is native to North America. It can be found in moist, shady areas in woodlands and forests.
Elymus macgregorii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Elymus macgregorii?
Elymus macgregorii
What is the common name of Elymus macgregorii?
MacGregor's Elymus
What is the natural habitat of Elymus macgregorii?
Tropical and subtropical moist forests
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
Julian J.N. Campbell (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.N.Campb.' in the authors string.
Ralph Edward Brooks (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.E.Brooks' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:20008015-1: 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].