Aegilops biuncialis
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Aegilops biuncialis

Lorent's goatgrass · Mediterranean Aegilops

Tier 2 Difficulty: easy Water: low Light: full_sun
Temperature
15–35 °C
Soil pH
6–8
Hardiness
Zone 7–10
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Observations
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Description

Source: leafsnap

Aegilops biuncialis is a species of plant in the family Poaceae native to the Mediterranean, Black Sea, and Middle East.

Care Guide

💧 Water
☀️ Light Full sun

Mediterranean aegilops comes from bright, open habitats and does best in full sun. It can tolerate partial shade but favors direct sunlight for optimal growth. This plant, which may be annual or biennial, is known for its preference for sun.

Ideal: Full sun
🌡️ Temperature 15–35°C

Mediterranean aegilops can tolerate a wide range of temperature conditions, but its distribution may still be restricted by various combinations of moisture and heat. It does best in warm summer climates when there is sufficient rainfall or irrigation. Extended periods of cloudy, rainy weather or prolonged high temperatures can increase the chance of Mediterranean aegilops dying. In winter, shielding the plant from cold can raise its survival rate.

Ideal temperature: 15–35°C
💨 Humidity
Humidity:
🪴 Soil 6-8
Soil pH: 6-8
🌱 Fertilizer
🪴 Pot & Repot
✂️ Pruning

Prune Mediterranean aegilops using clean, sharp shears in early spring. This technique removes dead foliage, stimulates growth, and helps maintain the plant’s shape. Regular pruning also reduces the risk of disease, encourages denser foliage, and limits the spread of pests.

🌿 Propagating
🐛 Diseases & pets
☠️ Toxicity

Characteristics

Plant Type
Grass
Life Cycle
Annual
Genus
Aegilops
Family
Poaceae
Hardiness Zone
7-10
Mature Height
30 cm to 61 cm
Mature Spread
20 cm to 30 cm
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Deciduous
Bloom Time
Mid spring, Late spring
Planting Time
Spring, Autumn, Winter
Harvest Time
Early summer, Mid summer

Tags (4)

Common Names (2)

en Lorent's goatgrass
en Mediterranean Aegilops