Agropyron Intermedium (Noun)
Meaning
Asiatic grass introduced into United States rangelands for pasture and fodder.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Agropyron intermedium, a perennial grass native to Asia, has been widely introduced into United States rangelands for its high forage quality and productivity.
- Agropyron intermedium is often used as a nurse crop to facilitate the establishment of other desirable forage species in degraded rangelands.
- In the western United States, Agropyron intermedium has become a popular choice for revegetating disturbed soils and improving rangeland productivity.
- The deep root system of Agropyron intermedium allows it to thrive in areas with limited water availability, making it an attractive option for dryland pasture management.
- Agropyron intermedium is a cool-season grass that can outcompete many native species, and its introduction has raised concerns about its potential impact on ecosystem diversity and function.