Sand Couch
Elytrigia juncea
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Basic Information
Family: Poaceae or Gramineae
Genus: elytrigia
Plant ID (slug): elytrigia-juncea
Numeric ID: 19549
USDA Hardiness: 4-8
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Elytrigia juncea is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.6 m (2ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 5. It is in flower from July to September, and the seeds ripen from September to October. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Wind. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils, prefers well-drained soil and can grow in nutritionally poor soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils and can grow in saline soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil and can tolerate drought. The plant can tolerate maritime exposure.
Distribution
S. Europe to W. Asia.
Habitats
Cultivated Beds;
Edible Uses
None known
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Elytrigia juncea Sand Couch
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