Status: Exotic
Synonyms:
None
Aegilops cylindrica is an exotic weedy grass with a spike type of inflorescence. There is one spikelet per node, and each spikelet consists of multiple florets. The glumes are awned and pubescent. Aegilops cylindrica can be found in bare, disturbed areas along with other non-native grasses.
Aegilops cylindrica, photo Russ Kleinman & Bill Norris, WNMU campus behind Phelps Dodge Bldg, May 17, 2019
Aegilops cylindrica, spike measured, photo Russ Kleinman & Bill Norris, WNMU campus behind Phelps Dodge Bldg, May 17, 2019
Aegilops cylindrica, one spikelet per node, photo Russ Kleinman & Bill Norris, WNMU campus behind Phelps Dodge Bldg, May 17, 2019
Aegilops cylindrica, multiple florets per spikelet, photo Russ Kleinman & Bill Norris, WNMU campus behind Phelps Dodge Bldg, May 17, 2019
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