Astrebla pectinata, commonly known as barley Mitchell grass, is a herb of the family Poaceae from the order Poales.[1]

Description

Astrebla pectinata grows to 1 metre (3+1⁄2 ft). The flowers are pollinated by wind and are hermaphrodites, having both male and female organs.

Distribution and habitat

It mostly prefers moist soil and also can grow in partial shade.[2] The species is considered to be the most balanced and economically important herbage in the semiarid areas of eastern Australia. It is a warm-season perennial grass. It is palatable to livestock even when it is dry.[1][3]

Ecology

It is palatable to livestock even when it is dry.[3]

References

  1. ^ a b "Plant of the Week - Study it, learn it, love it and make it feel welcome". Arid Recovery. Archived from the original on 10 April 2013. Retrieved 3 Apr 2013.
  2. ^ "Physical Characteristics". Plants For A Future.
  3. ^ a b "Primary Industries Agriculture". NSW Government. Archived from the original on 2015-05-18. Retrieved 2024-11-26.


Allikas: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Astrebla_pectinata
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