Japanese Brome

(Bromus japonicus)

Japanese brome

Characteristics
Leaves Ligule Flowers
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Growing habits: Erect annual

Root anatomy: Fibrous roots

Leaf anatomy: Pubescent on both surfaces, sheaths pubescent, membranous ligule

Reproduction: Open panicle inflorescence, lower branches drooping at maturity, spikelets green at maturity

References: Weeds of the South by Charles T. Bryson and Michael S. DeFelice