Golden Oat

Trisetum flavescens

Summary 2

Trisetum flavescens, the yellow oatgrass or golden oat grass, is a species of grass in the Poaceae family. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North Africa.

Identification Hints 3

Branches whorled. Awns bent. Inflorescence yellowish-silky Common. Usually less than 1 metre high..

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More Info

iNat Map

Form of inflorescence Not spike-like
Height Medium
Awn length Short
Number of florets ThreeOrMore, Two
Branches whorled? Yes