Muricate barnyard-grass (Echinochloa muricata)

Muricate barnyard-grass

Also known as: Rough cockspur, American barnyardgrass

Echinochloa muricata is a species of grass known by the common names rough barnyard grass and American barnyard grass. It is native to Eurasia and much of North America..It is an annual grass growing one half to one meter in height.

Scientific classification

Species

Muricate barnyard-grass (Echinochloa muricata)

Grasses, sedges and allies

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61 cm to 1.5 m

Plant Height

Deciduous

Leaf type

20 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

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Distribution of Muricate barnyard-grass

Distribution Map

Muricate barnyard-grass, native to regions of North America, has established its presence across various continents including Europe, Asia, and Oceania. This widely dispersed plant thrives in diverse climates, enabling it to become naturalized far from its original habitat.

Native

Cultivated

Invasive

Introduced

No species reported

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Habitat

Moist, often disturbed sites, but not usually in rice fields

Care Guide for Muricate barnyard-grass

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

20 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Pruning: Muricate barnyard-grass exhibits robust, upright growth. Prune in early to late spring to encourage healthy growth and improve air circulation. Remove dead stems and thin excess growth to reduce disease and pests, ensuring tools are clean to prevent disease transmission.

Propagation: Muricate barnyard-grass is propagated by sowing seeds on a fine-textured seedbed, requiring consistent moisture until germination. Once established, it self-sows, aiding natural propagation. Proper management of seedlings is essential for their growth into healthy mature plants.

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