Elymus racemosus Volga wild rye (Gramineae)

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Elymus racemosus
Volga wild rye
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The Elymus racemosus plant species is found in Europe to Asia. It is a member of the Gramineae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Volga wild rye. Some home gardeners know the variety as E. giganteus. Vahl. Leymus racemosus. (Lam.)Tzvelev.

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Latin Name:  Elymus racemosus
Common Name:  Volga wild rye
Family:  Gramineae
Author:  Lam.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  1.2   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Dry sandy soils[50].

Cultivation Notes: Succeeds in most soils, preferring a sandy soil and a sunny position[1, 200]. Established plants are drought resistant[183]. Plants can be very invasive, spreading freely by means of the rhizomes. Currently (1990) being evaluated as a perennial grain crop in N. America[183]. There are some named varieties, selected for their ornamental value[200].

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