Puccinellia distans (Jacq.) Parl.
Puccinellia distans
Puccinellia distans, commonly known as weeping alkalis grass or European alkali grass, is a perennial herb native to Europe and widely present in North America. It grows in moist habitats, particularly areas with saline soils such as the edges of salted roads. The plant produces hollow stems up to 40 to 60 centimeters in height and has a spreading array of branches with rough-haired spikelets containing flowers.
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Poales
Poaceae
Puccinellia
The chemistry of Puccinellia distans is not detailed in the provided source. However, grasses generally contain a variety of compounds including carbohydrates, proteins, and various secondary metabolites such as flavonoids and phenolic acids.
Puccinellia distans is valued for its ability to thrive in saline environments, making it useful for soil stabilization and erosion control in areas with high salt content. It is also known to be used as forage for livestock due to its nutritional value.
Summer
Spring or Fall
40-60 cm
Greenish to purplish
Moist habitats with saline soils, such as the edges of salted roads and coastal areas.
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