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Description
Bromus Carinatus is a grass species commonly found in western North America. It is also known as California brome or mountain brome. This perennial grass can grow up to 3 feet tall and has long, narrow leaves with rough edges. Its flowers are arranged in loose clusters and are greenish-purple in color. It blooms from May to July and produces seeds from July to September.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukarya |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Spermatophyta |
| Class | Monocotyledoneae |
| Order | Cyperales |
| Family | Poaceae |
| Genus | Bromus |
Appearance
Bromus Carinatus has long, narrow leaves that are rough to the touch. Its flowers are arranged in loose clusters and are greenish-purple in color. This grass species can grow up to 3 feet tall and has a clumping growth habit. It has a fibrous root system that helps it adapt to various soil conditions.
Care Guide
Bromus Carinatus prefers full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil. It is drought tolerant and can survive in a variety of soil conditions. Watering should be done infrequently but deeply. Fertilization is not necessary for this grass species, but it can benefit from a light application of nitrogen in the spring. It is hardy in USDA zones 5-9.
Common Pests & Diseases
Bromus Carinatus is generally resistant to pests and diseases. However, it can be susceptible to leaf rust and powdery mildew. Leaf rust can be identified by orange or brown pustules on the leaves. Powdery mildew appears as a white or grayish coating on the leaves.
Habitat
Bromus Carinatus is native to western North America and can be found in a variety of habitats, including meadows, forests, and grasslands. It is commonly found in California, Oregon, and Washington.
Question and Answer
Q: Is Bromus Carinatus invasive?
A: No, it is not considered an invasive species.
Q: Can Bromus Carinatus be grown in containers?
A: It is not recommended to grow this grass species in containers as it prefers well-draining soil and can grow quite tall.
Q: What is the best time to plant Bromus Carinatus?
A: The best time to plant this grass species is in the fall or early spring.
Q: Can Bromus Carinatus be used for erosion control?
A: Yes, its fibrous root system makes it a good choice for erosion control.
Related Plants
- Bromus carinatus subsp. carinatus
- Bromus carinatus subsp. marginatus
- Bromus diandrus
- Bromus hordeaceus
References
- https://www.fs.fed.us/database/feis/plants/graminoid/brocar/all.html
- https://www.calflora.org/cgi-bin/species_query.cgi?where-taxon=Bromus+carinatus
- https://plants.usda.gov/core/profile?symbol=BRCAM2
