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COMMON NAME

smooth brome

SCIENTIFIC NAME

Bromus inermis

ALSO KNOWN AS

Austrian brome, Hungarian brome, Russian brome

Plant family

Grass (Poaceae)

Plant group

Grasses

Smooth brome is a leafy, sod-forming, perennial, cool season grass that spreads by rhizomes. This species is both native and introduced.
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Identification hints

The stems vary in height from 2 to 4 feet. The plant produces numerous basal and stem leaves that vary in length from 4 to 10 inches. Frequently the leaves are marked by a transverse wrinkle resembling a “W” a short distance below the tip. The flower head develops a characteristic rich purplish-brown color when mature. The seed is produced in semi-compact 5 inch long panicles with ascending branches. The flat compressed seed is usually awnless, about 1/3 inch long, and smooth.
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Smooth brome is best adapted to cooler climates and is generally hardier than tall fescue or orchardgrass. It is resistant to drought and extremes in temperature. This plant is very susceptible to disease in areas of high humidity.
DISTRIBUTION IN TH U.S.
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