Goatgrass

Aegilops umbellulata

Native to:
East Aegean Is., Iran, Iraq, Kriti, Lebanon-Syria, Transcaucasus, Türkiye, Türkiye-in-Europe
Goatgrass

Herbarium of Université de Montpellier 2, Institut de Botanique

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Poaceae
Genus:
Aegilops
Species:
Aegilops umbellulata
USDA Symbol:
AEUM

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Graminoid
Height:
60 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
Medium

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
well-drained, sandy to loamy soil
pH:
6.0 - 8.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
native to Mediterranean regions