Alopecurus bulbosus

Alopecurus bulbosus

Native to:
Algeria, Belgium, Corse, France, Germany, Italy, Morocco, Netherlands, NW. Balkan Pen., Sardegna, Sicilia, Spain, Tunisia, Türkiye

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Poaceae
Genus:
Alopecurus
Species:
Alopecurus bulbosus
USDA Symbol:
ALBU3

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Graminoid
Height:
60 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun,Part Shade
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Months:
may,jun,jul
Bloom Colors:
green

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
waterfowl, wetland birds
Salt Tolerant:
Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
moist, nutrient-rich, clayey soil
pH:
6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
tolerates poor drainage
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
Commonly found in wet meadows and marshes