Avellinia michelii

Avellinia festucoides

Native to:
Algeria, Baleares, Corse, Cyprus, East Aegean Is., France, Greece, Italy, Kriti, Libya, Morocco, NW. Balkan Pen., Palestine, Portugal, Sardegna, Sicilia, Spain, Tunisia, Türkiye

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Poaceae
Genus:
Avellinia
Species:
Avellinia festucoides
USDA Symbol:
AVMI

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Graminoid
Light Requirements:
Full Sun

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
well-drained, sandy or loamy soil
pH:
6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
native to Mediterranean regions, prefers open, sunny areas