Cynosurus echinatus
Crételle hérissée
Bristly Dog’s Tail Grass
Additional information
| Plant family | |
|---|---|
| Area | Provence Verte |
| Flower size | spikelet 4-5 mm |
| Flowering months | May, June, July |
| Leaf type | Linear |
| Height | 20-60 cm |
Description
The stem is hollow and erect. The flower stalk is rounded or oval with clusters of spikelets.
An annual grass that grows in rocky areas or grassland.
Flowers
Each spikelet has an awn. The awns are clumped together giving the grass its bristly hairy appearance.
Leaves
Linear narrow blade leaf, like grass. Blade, flat, 1.5-2.5 cm wide, rough to the touch.
Fruits Seeds
Caryopsis: a dry fruit (grain).
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