Family: Poaceae
Author: (Gouan) Gutermann
Bibliography: Phyton (Horn) 54: 190 (2014)
Year: 2014
Status: accepted
Rank: species
Genus: Festuca
Vegetable: False
Observations: Medit. to C. Asia and Pakistan
Description
Bristle-tail grass, scientifically known as Festuca incurva, is a noteworthy species within the Poaceae family. This robust grass is widely distributed, spanning across regions from the Mediterranean to Central Asia and extending into Pakistan. While its presence is noted in diverse ecological niches, it is particularly adapted to thrive in these climates.
The plant was first cataloged and brought into academic discussion in 2014, as documented in the journal Phyton (Horn) (Vol. 54, Page 190). Festuca incurva was described by the botanist (Gouan) Gutermann, whose meticulous work has greatly contributed to the understanding and classification of this species.
Bristle-tail grass is characterized by its distinctive bristle-like structures, which not only give the plant its common name but also contribute to its unique texture and appearance. These bristles are an adaptation to its habitat, helping to protect the plant from herbivory and aiding in seed dispersal. The grass is a perennial, adding to its resilience and ability to colonize various landscapes.
Understanding the ecological roles and adaptations of Festuca incurva can contribute valuable insights into the biodiversity and plant communities of the regions it inhabits. As a member of the Poaceae family, it shares many characteristics with other grasses, yet it also exhibits unique traits that highlight the diversity within this globally significant plant family.
Common Names
En: Bristle-tail grass
Fr: Psilure, Psilurus aristé, Psilure aristé
He: נימית ממולענת
It: Setolina
Synonyms
- Asprella aristata ((L.) Kuntze)
- Psilurus incurvus ((Gouan) Schinz & Thell.)
- Psilurus incurvus var. hirtellus ((Simonk.) Asch. & Graebn.)
- Psilurus hirtellus (Simonk.)
- Psilurus aristatus f. hirtellus ((Simonk.) Csürös)
- Psilurus aristatus subsp. erythrostachyos (Asch. & Graebn.)
- Asprella nardiformis (Host)
- Nardus aristata (L.)
- Nardus monandra ((Cav.) Raspail)
- Rottboellia monandra (Cav.)
- Psilurus nardoides (Trin.)
- Nardus incurva (Gouan)
- Psilurus rottboellioides (Griff.)
- Psilurus aristatus ((L.) Duval-Jouve)
Distribution
- Afghanistan (native)
- Albania (native)
- Algeria (native)
- Baleares (native)
- Bulgaria (native)
- Corse (native)
- Cyprus (native)
- East Aegean Is. (native)
- France (native)
- Greece (native)
- Iran (native)
- Iraq (native)
- Italy (native)
- Kriti (native)
- Krym (native)
- Lebanon-Syria (native)
- Libya (native)
- Morocco (native)
- Pakistan (native)
- Palestine (native)
- Portugal (native)
- Romania (native)
- Sardegna (native)
- Sicilia (native)
- Spain (native)
- Tadzhikistan (native)
- Transcaucasus (native)
- Tunisia (native)
- Turkey (native)
- Turkey-in-Europe (native)
- Uzbekistan (native)
- Yugoslavia (native)
- New South Wales (introduced)
- South Australia (introduced)
- Victoria (introduced)
Additional Images
Bark
Taken May 15, 2018 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)
Taken May 15, 2018 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)
Taken May 17, 2013 by Tela Botanica − Bertrand BUI (cc-by-sa)
Taken May 17, 2013 by Tela Botanica − Bertrand BUI (cc-by-sa)
Taken May 31, 2016 by Tela Botanica − John DE VOS (cc-by-sa)
Other
Taken May 15, 2018 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)
Taken May 15, 2018 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)
Taken Jan 1, 1970 by Photoflora – L’Abbé COSTE (©)
Taken Aug 15, 2017 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)
Habit
Taken May 7, 2000 by Tela Botanica − Liliane Roubaudi (cc-by-sa)
Taken May 17, 2013 by Tela Botanica − Bertrand BUI (cc-by-sa)
Taken Apr 12, 2018 by Tela Botanica − Genevieve BOTTI (cc-by-sa)
Taken May 31, 2016 by Tela Botanica − John DE VOS (cc-by-sa)
Taken Apr 25, 2016 by Tela Botanica − Genevieve BOTTI (cc-by-sa)
© copyright of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.
© copyright of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.
Sources
- WFO (No URL)
- IPNI (No URL)
- POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77144481-1)
- PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Psilurus incurvus (Gouan) Schinz & Thell.)
- GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/5679484)
- GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/9293592)