Avena brevis

Avena brevis

Native to:
Austria, Belgium, Czechia-Slovakia, France, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Netherlands, NW. Balkan Pen., Poland, Portugal, Spain

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Poaceae
Genus:
Avena
Species:
Avena brevis
USDA Symbol:
AVBR2

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Graminoid
Height:
100 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
may,jun,jul
Bloom Colors:
green, tan

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
birds, small mammals

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 fields

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
None required
Germination Time:
7–14 days
Notes:
Seeds germinate readily with adequate moisture and cool to moderate temperatures. Direct seeding in fall or early spring recommended.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI