Elytrigia repens
Synonyms
Devils-grass, Knot-grass, Quick-grass
Life cycle: Perennial
Growth Habit: Rhizomatous
Propagation: Seed and rhizomes
Ligule: Membranous and blunt
Auricles: Long, clawlike and clasping
Vernation: Rolled
Collar: Hairy and continuous
Root Type: Fibrous
Seedhead Color: Greenish
Multimedia
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Similar Species
- Fescue, Tall Festuca arundinacea
- Orchardgrass Dactylis glomerata
Herbicidal Control Options
- Preemergence: Pronamide, Simazine
- Post Emergence: Atrazine, Fluazifop, Pronamide, Sethoxydim, Sulfosulfuron
Please note: one or more of these active ingredients may exist in combination-type brand name products. Any material used for herbicidal control of any plant may vary in efficacy. Please read the full disclaimer on herbicide usage.
