Aleutian Brome

Bromus aleutensis

Aleutian Brome

Chase, Agnes; Hitchcock, A. S.

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Poaceae
Genus:
Bromus
Species:
Bromus aleutensis

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Graminoid
Height:
4-6 ft
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
may, jun, jul, aug
Bloom Colors:
Green, Brown

Native Range

United States: Alaska, Washington, Canada: Alberta, British Columbia, Ontario, Quebec

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
moist, well-drained, fertile soil
pH:
5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
good drainage required
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
Common in coastal and alpine regions