Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Poaceae

Genus:

Avena

Species:

Avena insularis

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

100 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

apr,may,jun

Bloom Colors:

green, tan

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds, small mammals

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Fire Ecology:

Fire adapted — tolerates or benefits from fire

Fire Notes:

Annual grass that regenerates from seed after fire, common in coastal grasslands with periodic burning.

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Germination Time:

7–21 days

Notes:

Germinates readily with cool temperatures and adequate moisture, typical of annual grasses.

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