Distichlis spicata
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Biology
adapted to saline areas
Classification and nomenclature
Two varieties are distinguished.
- var. spicata
- coastal salt grass, seashore salt grass
- var. stricta (Torr.) Scribn. (1894)
- desert salt grass, inland salt grass, interior salt grass
Distribution area and domestication
Australia (Victoria, South Australia and Western Australia), Spain and South-West USA
History
This species has been bred and cultivars released in the 2000s, in particular by the NyPa™ company.
Main uses
- forage and turf grass
Other informations
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