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hairy woodland brome
Scientific Name: Bromus pubescens
Family: Poaceae
Category: Monocot
Growth: Graminoid
Duration: Perennial
Other Names: ME (hairy wood brome-grass), NH (hairy brome-grass
Hairy Woodland Brome (Bromus pubescens)
Bromus pubescens, commonly known as hairy woodland brome or hairy wood chess, is a perennial grass species native to North America.
Considerations for Pets
- This plant is a grass. Grasses, in general, may be tempting for pets to chew on.
Considerations for Children
- This plant grows in woodland and savanna areas. Children may encounter it during outdoor activities.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Bromus pubescens Muhl. ex Willd.
- Family: Poaceae (Grass Family), Subfamily Pooideae, Tribe Bromeae
- Genus: Bromus L.
- Synonyms: Bromus purgans (Hairy Wood Chess). Note: Some sources consider these distinct species.
- Common Names: Hairy Woodland Brome, Hairy Wood Chess, Hairy Wood Brome, Common Eastern Brome, Canada Brome, Hairy Brome.
Distribution and Habitat
- Found across much of the eastern and central United States.
- Native perennial grass of mesic woodlands, woodland, and savanna areas.
Morphological Characteristics
- Perennial grass, not tufted.
- Grows to a height of 2 to 4 feet (approximately 0.6 to 1.2 meters).
- Culms (stems) are solitary or few together, erect or ascending, stout, and hollow. They can be glabrous (smooth) to sparsely soft-hairy.
- Stems have 5 to 7 nodes, which are usually hairy.
- Leaves are alternate, with 4-7 leaves occurring along the culms.
- Features tall, arching seed heads.
Ecological Role
- Native to North America.
- Grows in mesic to moderately dry moisture levels.
- Adds structural interest in medium shade gardens.
Additional Information
- Blooms in June and July.
- Prefers rich soil.