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shorthair reedgrass
Scientific Name: Calamagrostis breweri
Family: Poaceae
Category: Monocot
Growth: Graminoid
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Calamagrostis breweri: Shorthair Reedgrass
Calamagrostis breweri, commonly known as shorthair reedgrass, is a species of grass native to the mountains of northern California and Oregon.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Calamagrostis breweri Thurb.
- Common Name: Shorthair reedgrass
- Family: Grass family (Poaceae)
- Synonym: Calamagrostis lemmonii Kearney
- Other Species in the Genus:
- Calamagrostis cainii Hitchc. (Cain's Reedgrass)
- Calamagrostis canadensis (Canadian Small-reed, Bluejoint, Bluejoint Reedgrass)
- Calamagrostis acutiflora (Feather Reed Grass)
- Calamagrostis bolanderi (Bolander's Reedgrass)
- Calamagrostis coarctata Torr. ex Eaton (Arctic reedgrass)
- Calamagrostis howellii Vasey (Howell's reedgrass)
- Calamagrostis nutkaensis (Pacific reed grass)
- Calamagrostis purpurascens
- Calamagrostis stricta (narrowspike reedgrass)
- Calamagrostis arundinacea (Reed-grass)
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to the mountains of northern California and Oregon.
- Found in montane meadow habitats.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- A perennial graminoid (grass-like plant).
- Rhizomatous, meaning it spreads via underground stems.
- Has green foliage and yellow flowers.
Ecological Role
- Forms plant associations, such as the "Shorthair sedge - Shorthair reedgrass Plant Association."
- Can be affected by grazing; studies show reductions in carbohydrate reserves in the roots when the herbage is cut.
Further Resources
- Discover Life: Provides information on the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Calamagrostis breweri.
- Dave's Garden: A community forum for gardeners to share tips and information.