Ovate goat grass (Aegilops geniculata, Bot. Abh. Beobacht.: 45 (1787))

Family: Poaceae

Author: Roth

Bibliography: Bot. Abh. Beobacht.: 45 (1787)

Year: 1787

Status: accepted

Rank: species

Genus: Aegilops

Vegetable: Unknown

Observations: Canary Is., Medit. to Afghanistan

Description

Aegilops geniculata, commonly known as Ovate goat grass, is an intriguing species within the Poaceae family. Authored by the notable botanist Roth, this resilient grass species was first documented in the publication “Bot. Abh. Beobacht.” in the year 1787.

Ovate goat grass showcases a remarkable adaptability to varied environments. Its geographic range extends from the Canary Islands, traversing the Mediterranean regions and reaching as far as Afghanistan. This widespread presence underscores its robust nature and ability to thrive in diverse climatic conditions.

Aegilops geniculata is known for its distinctive ovate-shaped seeds, which contribute to its common name. The plant plays a significant role in various ecosystems, providing essential cover and supporting local biodiversity. Its ability to persist in different terrains highlights its evolutionary success and ecological importance.

Studying Ovate goat grass offers valuable insights into plant adaptation and survival strategies. Its broad distribution and hardy characteristics make it a species of interest for botanists and ecologists alike, contributing to our understanding of plant resilience in the face of environmental challenges.

Common Names

Deu: geknieter walch
Dan: knæbøjet gedeøje
Eng: ovate goatgrass, ovate goat grass
Swe: kort bockvete
Ces: mnohoštět vej
Ita: cerere comune
Ara: دوسر ركبي
En: Ovate goat grass, Ovate goatgrass, Geniculate Goatgrass
Ar: دوسر ركبي
Ca: Traiguera
Cs: Mnohoštět vej
Da: Knæbøjet gedeøje
Fr: Égilope à inflorescence ovale, Égilope ovale, Égilope ovoïde, Égilope genouillé
De: Geknieter Walch, Eiförmiger Walch
He: בן-חיטה ביצני
It: Cerere comune, Gramigna stellata, Grano delle formiche
Es: Trigo bastardo
Sv: Kort bockvete

Synonyms

• Aegilops ovata var. virescens ((Jord.) Gaut.)
• Aegilops ovata var. microstachys ((Jord. & Fourr.) Rouy)
• Aegilops sicula (Jord. & Fourr.)
• Aegilops geniculata var. hirsuta ((Eig) Tzvelev)
• Aegilops vagans (Jord. & Fourr.)
• Aegilops ovata subsp. brachyathera ((Pomel) Trab.)
• Aegilops ovata var. eigiana (Maire & Weiller)
• Aegilops ovata subsp. umbonata (Zhuk.)
• Aegilops ovata var. africana (Eig)
• Aegilops geniculata var. puberula ((Zhuk.) K.Hammer)
• Aegilops ovata var. pubiglumis ((Jord. & Fourr.) Rouy)
• Aegilops fonsii (Sennen)
• Aegilops erratica (Jord. & Fourr.)
• Aegilops ovata subsp. gibberosa (Zhuk.)
• Aegilops ovata var. vagans ((Jord. & Fourr.) Rouy)
• Aegilops ovata var. eventricosa (Eig)
• Aegilops parvula (Jord. & Fourr.)
• Aegilops geniculata subsp. gibberosa ((Zhuk.) K.Hammer)
• Aegilops brachyathera (Pomel)
• Aegilops ovata var. hirsuta (Eig)
• Aegilops ovata var. geniculata ((Roth) Pers.)
• Aegilops geniculata var. echinus ((Godr.) K.Hammer)
• Aegilops ovata var. erratica ((Jord. & Fourr.) Rouy)
• Aegilops procera (Jord. & Fourr.)
• Aegilops ovata var. echinus ((Godr.) Eig)
• Triticum vagans ((Jord. & Fourr.) Greuter)
• Aegilops ovata subsp. globulosa (Zhuk.)
• Phleum aegilops (Scop.)
• Aegilops microstachys (Jord. & Fourr.)
• Aegilops ovata var. erigens ((Jord. & Fourr.) Gaut.)
• Aegilops ovata var. procera ((Jord. & Fourr.) Rouy)
• Aegilops altera (Lam. ex Roth)
• Triticum ovatum var. brachyatherum ((Pomel) T.Durand & Schinz)
• Aegilops ovata var. brachyathera ((Pomel) Eig)
• Aegilops ovata var. nigricans ((Jord.) Gaut.)
• Aegilops geniculata var. lanuginosa ((Zhuk.) K.Hammer)
• Aegilops geniculata subsp. globulosa ((Zhuk.) Á.Löve)
• Aegilops geniculata var. eventricosa ((Eig) K.Hammer)
• Triticum ovatum var. echinum ((Godr.) Thell.)
• Aegilops erigens (Jord. & Fourr.)
• Aegilops ovata subsp. atlantica (Eig)
• Aegilops divaricata (Jord. & Fourr.)
• Aegilops ovata var. vernicosa (Zhuk.)
• Aegilops echinus (Godr.)
• Aegilops geniculata var. brachyathera ((Pomel) K.Hammer)
• Aegilops pubiglumis (Jord. & Fourr.)
• Aegilops ovata var. lanuginosa (Zhuk.)
• Aegilops ovata var. puberula (Zhuk.)
• Aegilops geniculata var. africana ((Eig) H.Scholz)
• Aegilops ovata subsp. planiuscula (Zhuk.)

Distribution

• Afghanistan (native)
• Albania (native)
• Algeria (native)
• Baleares (native)
• Bulgaria (native)
• Canary Is. (native)
• Corse (native)
• Cyprus (native)
• East Aegean Is. (native)
• Egypt (native)
• France (native)
• Greece (native)
• Iran (native)
• Italy (native)
• Kriti (native)
• Krym (native)
• Lebanon-Syria (native)
• Libya (native)
• Morocco (native)
• Palestine (native)
• Portugal (native)
• Romania (native)
• Sardegna (native)
• Sicilia (native)
• Sinai (native)
• Spain (native)
• Transcaucasus (native)
• Tunisia (native)
• Turkey (native)
• Turkey-in-Europe (native)
• Yugoslavia (native)
• California (introduced)
• Czechoslovakia (introduced)
• New York (introduced)
• Virginia (introduced)

Additional Images

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Flower

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Habit

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Fruit

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Leaf

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Other

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Bark

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Sources

• WFO (No URL)
• IPNI (No URL)
• GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/5289781)
• POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:384596-1)
• PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Aegilops geniculata Roth)

Specifications

Growth