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'Hycrest'
Scientific Name: Agropyron ×hybrid
Family: Poaceae
Category: Monocot
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Agropyron cristatum x Agropyron desertorum: 'Hycrest' Crested Wheatgrass
The text mentions 'Hycrest' crested wheatgrass (Agropyron cristatum x Agropyron desertorum), primarily in the context of its use in soil degradation and seedling competition studies. It is also referenced in various business listings, real estate properties, and even a playing card company, suggesting a wide range of associations.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Agropyron cristatum x Agropyron desertorum
- Common Name: 'Hycrest' crested wheatgrass
Distribution and Habitat
The text suggests that 'Hycrest' crested wheatgrass was introduced to the West in the 1800s. It is also associated with locations such as Utah, where it was released in cooperation with the USDA-Soil Conservation Service.
Ecological Role
The text mentions 'Hycrest' crested wheatgrass in the context of seedling competition with other grasses like mountain rye and downy brome. There is also a reference to it accelerating the degradation of pentachlorophenol in soil, suggesting a role in environmental remediation.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Long-lived, cool-season grass
- Drought-tolerant
- Extensive root system
- Similar to A. cristatum but slightly more cold, shade, and moisture tolerant.
- Later maturing and slightly more productive than A. cristatum.
Further Information
The text refers to the USDA-Agricultural Research Service, the Utah Agricultural Experiment Station, and the USDA-Soil Conservation Service as organizations associated with the release and study of 'Hycrest' crested wheatgrass. Great Basin Seed is mentioned as a provider of the seed.