Family: Poaceae
Author: Leyss.
Bibliography: Fl. Halens.: 16 (1761)
Year: 1761
Status: accepted
Rank: species
Genus: Bromus
Vegetable: Unknown
Observations: Temp. Eurasia
Description
Hungarian brome, scientifically known as Bromus inermis, is a resilient and versatile grass that is a prominent member of the Poaceae family. This robust perennial species is native to temperate regions of Eurasia, where it thrives in a variety of environments. Originally documented in 1761, Bromus inermis was described with precision by the botanist Leyss. in his work, “Fl. Halens.”
Adaptable to diverse soil types and climatic conditions, Hungarian brome has become an important forage grass across many areas. Its robust root system aids in soil stabilization and erosion control, making it a valuable plant for soil conservation efforts. Furthermore, the species’ ability to grow vigorously even under harsh conditions has led to its widespread use in revegetation projects and in improving pastures.
The grass is characterized by its tufted growth habit, forming dense clumps that can reach heights of up to one meter. Its broad leaves and erect stems are complemented by a flowering spikelet that produces an abundance of seeds. These seeds are crucial for the propagation of the species and facilitate its spread across large areas.
In agriculture, Bromus inermis is highly regarded for its high nutritional value, making it an excellent forage option for livestock. Its resilience to grazing pressure and ability to regrow quickly ensures a continuous supply of quality fodder throughout the growing season.
Moreover, Hungarian brome displays a remarkable tolerance to drought and cold, ensuring its survival and sustained productivity in temperate climates. The grass’s adaptability also allows it to compete effectively with other species in a variety of ecological settings.
In summary, Hungarian brome (Bromus inermis) is a hardy and resourceful grass species, well-regarded for its contributions to agriculture and environmental management. Its adaptability, nutritional value, and ecological benefits underscore its importance in both natural and managed landscapes.
Common Names
Fra: brome inerme, brome sans arêtes
Eng: hungarian brome, smooth brome, awnless brome
Deu: unbegrannte trespe, wehrlose trespe
En: Hungarian Brome, Smooth brome, Awnless brome, Hungarian Bromegrass, Smooth Bromegrass
Ca: Bromus inerme
Nl: Kweekdravik
Fr: Brome inerme, Brome sans arêtes
De: Unbegrannte Trespe, Wehrlose Trespe, Grannenlose Trespe, Unbewehrte Trespe
It: Forasacco spuntato
Synonyms
- Bromus erectus var. laxus ((Hornem.) Heynh.)
- Bromus pseudoinermis (Schur)
- Bromus inermis subsp. australis (Zherebina)
- Bromopsis inermis subsp. australis ((Zherebina) Soskov & Sinjakov)
- Bromus inermis f. villosus ((Mert. & W.D.J.Koch) Todor)
- Bromus inermis var. aristatus (Peterm.)
- Bromus inermis subvar. muticus (Beck)
- Bromus inermis var. villosus ((Mert. & W.D.J.Koch) Beck)
- Bromopsis inermis ((Leyss.) Holub)
- Bromus inermis var. latifolius (Podp.)
- Bromus inermis f. pellitus ((Beck) Todor)
- Bromus inermis var. malzevii (Drobow)
- Bromopsis inermis subsp. aristata ((Schur) Tzvelev)
- Bromus glabrescens (Honda)
- Bromopsis inermis var. malzevii ((Drobow) Tzvelev)
- Bromus inermis var. magnificus (Podp.)
- Bromopsis inermis subsp. reimannii ((Asch. & Graebn.) Dostál)
- Bromus laxus (Hornem.)
- Bromus inermis var. flexuosus (Drobow)
- Bromus latifolius (Kar. & Kir.)
- Schedonorus longifolius (Trin. ex Steud.)
- Bromus inermis f. laxus ((Hornem.) Junge)
- Bromus inermis f. pubescens (Litv. ex Ganewin)
- Bromus tatewakii (Honda)
- Bromus inermis var. pellitus (Beck)
- Bromus inermis f. aristatus (Drobow)
- Bromus inermis subsp. reimannii ((Asch. & Graebn.) Soó)
- Forasaccus inermis ((Leyss.) Lunell)
- Bromus inermis var. pallidus (Beck)
- Bromus reimannii ((Asch. & Graebn.) Asch. & Graebn.)
- Bromopsis probatovae (Tzvelev)
- Bromus inermis var. hirtus (Drobow)
- Bromus inermis f. glabratus (Drobow)
- Bromus inermis var. contractus (Röhl.)
- Bromopsis inermis var. aristata ((Schur) Tzvelev)
- Bromus inopinatus (B.B.Brues & C.T.Brues)
- Bromus inermis var. hirsutus (Čelak.)
- Bromus inermis f. bulbifer (J.W.Moore)
- Bromus inermis var. giganteus (Dobrocz. & Nyár.)
- Bromus inermis f. prolifer (Louis-Marie)
- Bromus inermis var. reimannii (Asch. & Graebn.)
- Bromus inermis var. divaricatus (Rohlena)
- Bromus inermis var. grandiflora (Rupr.)
- Schedonorus inermis ((Leyss.) P.Beauv.)
- Bromus erectus f. laxus ((Hornem.) Neuman)
- Festuca inermis var. villosa (Mert. & W.D.J.Koch)
- Bromus pumpellianus var. melicoides (Shear)
- Bromus inermis var. subulatus (Trin. ex Rupr.)
- Festuca speciosa var. villosa (Klett & Richt.)
- Bromopsis inermis var. pellita ((Beck) Tzvelev)
- Bromopsis inermis var. hirta ((Drobow) Tzvelev)
- Bromus inermis var. laxus ((Hornem.) Griseb.)
- Bromus inermis var. longiflorus (Keng)
- Zerna inermis var. malzevii ((Drobow) Tzvelev)
- Bromus inermis var. glaber (Trautv.)
- Festuca inermis ((Leyss.) DC.)
- Festuca inermis subsp. villosa ((Mert. & W.D.J.Koch) Schübl. & G.Martens)
- Bromus inermis f. muticus (Drobow)
- Zerna inermis ((Leyss.) Lindm.)
- Festuca leysseri (Moench)
- Bromus inermis var. pilosus (Freyn)
- Festuca speciosa (Schreb.)
- Bromus pskemensis (Pavlov)
- Bromus inermis var. macrostachys (Podp.)
- Bromus inermis var. podolicus (Zapal.)
- Bromopsis australis ((Zherebina) Tzvelev & Prob.)
Distribution
- Afghanistan (native)
- Altay (native)
- Austria (native)
- Baltic States (native)
- Belarus (native)
- Bulgaria (native)
- Buryatiya (native)
- Central European Rus (native)
- China North-Central (native)
- China South-Central (native)
- China Southeast (native)
- Chita (native)
- Czechoslovakia (native)
- East European Russia (native)
- France (native)
- Germany (native)
- Greece (native)
- Hungary (native)
- Inner Mongolia (native)
- Iran (native)
- Irkutsk (native)
- Italy (native)
- Kazakhstan (native)
- Kirgizstan (native)
- Krasnoyarsk (native)
- Krym (native)
- Manchuria (native)
- Mongolia (native)
- Netherlands (native)
- North European Russi (native)
- Northwest European R (native)
- Pakistan (native)
- Poland (native)
- Qinghai (native)
- Romania (native)
- South European Russi (native)
- Spain (native)
- Tadzhikistan (native)
- Tibet (native)
- Transcaucasus (native)
- Turkey (native)
- Turkey-in-Europe (native)
- Turkmenistan (native)
- Tuva (native)
- Ukraine (native)
- Uzbekistan (native)
- West Himalaya (native)
- West Siberia (native)
- Xinjiang (native)
- Yakutskiya (native)
- Yugoslavia (native)
- Alabama (introduced)
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Habit
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Bark
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Sources
- WFO (No URL)
- IPNI (No URL)
- POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:393784-1)
- GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/2703670)
- PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Bromus inermis Leyss.)
Specifications
Growth
