Alternative Names. Purple false brome.
General Biology. Growth form. Grass. Life
form. Annual, caespitose. Reproduction. Largely seed, also stem
and root fragments. Dispersal. Mammals, wind, vehicles, clothing.
Photosynthetic Pathway. C3. Seedbank persistence. Short, less
than one year. Fire response. Killed by fire.
Notes. Tolerant of a wide range of habitats. Found growing
in sun or shade, in dry or moist areas. Can become dominant in understory
vegetation, forming monospecific stands. May limit establishment of native
species, and outcompete and completely exclude native herbs and grasses. Has the
potential to change fire regimes and to impact riparian habitats. Has high
growth rates and able to rapidly complete its life cycle. Certain biotypes have
developed herbicide resistance.
Additional information. Origin. North Africa,
Mediterranean, temperate and tropical Asia. History of use/introduction.
Unknown. Similar exotic species. Bromus species.
Suggested method of management and control. Prevent seed
set. Spray in winter with 1% glyphosate. Read the manufacturers' labels and
material safety data sheets before using herbicides. For further information
consult the Australian
Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority to determine the status of
permits for your situation or state.
Management Calendar
| Calendar Type |
Jan |
Feb |
Mar |
Apr |
May |
Jun |
Jul |
Aug |
Sep |
Oct |
Nov |
Dec |
Comments |
| Active Growth |
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O |
Y |
Y |
Y |
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| Flowering |
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Y |
Y |
Y |
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| Fruiting |
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U |
U |
U |
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| Herbicide Treatment |
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Y |
Y |
Y |
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Legend: Y = Yes, regularly,
O = Occasionally, U =
Uncertain, referred by others but not confirmed.
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