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Aleutian brome
Scientific Name: Bromus aleutensis
Family: Poaceae
Category: Monocot
Growth: Graminoid
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Aleutian Brome (Bromus aleutensis)
Aleutian Brome, scientifically known as Bromus aleutensis, is a flowering plant belonging to the grass family, Poaceae. It is also known by the common names Aleut Brome and Alaska Brome.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Bromus aleutensis
- Family: Poaceae (Grass family)
- Synonyms:
- Bromus aleutensis Trin. ex Griseb.
- Bromus sitchensis var. aleutensis Trin. Ex (Griseb.) Hultn
- Growth Habit: Graminoid (grass-like)
- Duration: Perennial
Distribution and Habitat
Bromus aleutensis can be found in the US states. It is associated with the Aleutian Islands region, based on its common name and specific variety.
Morphological Characteristics
- Bromus aleutensis is a perennial plant.
- It exhibits a loosely tufted growth habit with an open inflorescence.
- It is classified as a graminoid.
Associated Species
In the Aleutian district, Bromus species are found alongside other grasses such as Elymus arenarius (wild rye), Calamagrostis (brown top), and other grasses.
Further Information
- Discover Life offers information about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Bromus aleutensis.