Vulpia membranacea

Festuca membranacea

Native to:
Algeria, Baleares, Belgium, Corse, Cyprus, France, Lebanon-Syria, Libya, Morocco, NW. Balkan Pen., Palestine, Portugal, Spain, Tunisia, Türkiye

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Poaceae
Genus:
Festuca
Species:
Festuca membranacea
USDA Symbol:
VUME3

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Graminoid
Light Requirements:
Full Sun

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
pH:
6.0 - 8.0 (neutral to slightly alkaline)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
native to Mediterranean regions; prefers open, sunny areas