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bald brome

Scientific Name: Bromus racemosus

Family: Poaceae

Category: Monocot

Growth: Graminoid

Duration: Annual

Other Names:

       

Bald Brome (Bromus racemosus)

Bald Brome is a Eurasian grass that has naturalized in many parts of the world.

Considerations for Pets

  • As a grass, it produces pollen that might affect pets with allergies.
  • The plant produces small seeds or awns that may cause irritation.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Bromus racemosus L.
  • Family: Poaceae (Grass family)
  • Synonyms:
    • Bromus commutatus L.
    • Bromus commutatus var. apricorum
    • Bromus commutatus var. commutatus
  • Common Names:
    • Bald Brome
    • Hairy Chess
    • Meadow Brome
    • Smooth Brome
    • Hairy Brome

Distribution and Habitat

  • Native to Eurasia.
  • Widely naturalized in other parts of the world.
  • Uncommon in New England.
  • Found on grass openings in western Oregon.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • A grass with an annual life cycle, meaning it grows for one season.

Ecological Role

  • Mentioned as an invasive species.

Resources

  • USDA PLANTS Database: http://plants.usda.gov/core/profile?symbol=BRRA2