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Plant Name:

Meadow Barley

Scientific Name:

Hordeum brachyantherum

Description:

Meadow Barley is a cool-season grass with slender, arching stems and spike-like seedheads. It forms dense clumps and provides valuable forage for wildlife.

Habitat:

Meadows, prairies, open grassy areas

Fauna:

Meadow Barley provides habitat and food for various bird species and small mammals. It is also an important component of prairie and grassland ecosystems.

Growing Conditions:

Meadow Barley thrives in full sun and well-drained soils.

Uses:

Meadow Barley is used in prairie restorations, erosion control, and as forage for livestock. It can also be grown as an ornamental grass.

Edible:
(please exercise caution and consult additional sources or experts before consuming any vegetation):

No

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Poisonous:

No

Fun Facts:

Meadow Barley is native to North America and is an indicator of healthy grassland habitats.

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