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heath false brome
Scientific Name: Brachypodium pinnatum
Family: Poaceae
Category: Monocot
Growth: Graminoid
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Heath False Brome (Brachypodium pinnatum)
Heath False Brome, scientifically known as Brachypodium pinnatum, is a grass found in temperate regions. It is also known as Tor-grass.
Considerations for Pets
- This plant is a grass, and while grasses are generally considered safe, it's still wise to monitor your pet's interaction with any plant.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Brachypodium pinnatum (L.) P. Beauv.
- Common Name: Heath False-brome, Tor-grass
- Family: Poaceae (Grass family)
- Synonyms: Agropyron pinnatum, Bromus pinnatus, B. abbreviatum
- Rank: Species
- Taxon Version Key: NHMSYS0000456583
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to Eurasia.
- Rare visitor to North America, with collections reported in California, Oregon, and Massachusetts.
- Found in well-drained neutral to calcareous soils, particularly in England.
Ecological Role
- Can become an aggressive grass, potentially dominating calcareous grasslands and juniper heathland.
- Increasing dominance and possible range expansion have been observed on some sites.
- Larval food source for certain butterfly species, such as the Essex Skipper.
Morphological Characteristics
- Perennial grass.
- Forms tall swards in southern and eastern England.
Interactions with Other Organisms
- Eaten by the Straw Dot (Rivula sericealis) moth.
- Larval food plant for some skippers, including the Essex Skipper.
Quirky Facts
- The name "heath false brome" has multiple translations from English to other languages, including Gewhnliche Fiederzwenke (German), and brachypode (French).
Further Information
- USDA PLANTS database