Marram grasses - Ammophila (Taxonomy, Characteristics, Distribution, Images)

Marram grasses

Also known as: Bent grasses

Marram grasses (Ammophila) are nearly always found on the first line of coastal sand dunes and are known to withstand dry conditions. As a result, some species have been introduced as a dune stabilizer, despite being considered invasive in some regions. These tough plants grow around 1 meter and have spiky leaves with underground stems.

Scientific classification

Genus

Marram grasses (Ammophila)

Family

Grass

Order

Grasses, sedges and allies

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Perennial

Lifespan

Evergreen

Leaf type

Images of Marram grasses

Species

European beach grass American beachgrass

Care Guide for Marram grasses

Twice per week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

5 - 32 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: Thriving in coastal dunes, marram grasses is adapted to saline soil and sporadic rainfall. With a deep root system, it is drought-resistant and requires watering twice a week. Marram grasses minimizes water loss through narrow leaves, exemplifying xerophytic adaptation to harsh seaside conditions.

Propagation: Propagation of marram grasses involves seed sowing and rhizome cuttings. Key factors include full sun, well-drained sandy soils, and temperature control. The process is moderately challenging due to seed dormancy. Steps: collect seeds/cuttings, sow in sandy soil, maintain moisture, and transplant in spring.

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