Hordeum jubatum

Foxtail Barley

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Common Name:

Foxtail Barley

Plant Type:

Sun (From 0 to 5):

4

Water (From 0 to 5):

2

Maximum temperature:

35°C

Minimum temperature:

7°C

Foxtail Barley (Hordeum jubatum) - Description

Hordeum jubatum (Foxtail barley) is a perennial plant species in the grass family Poaceae. It occurs wild mainly in northern North America and adjacent northeastern Siberia. However, as it escaped often from gardens it can be found worldwide in areas with temperate to warm climates, and is considered a weed in many countries.

Foxtail Barley (Hordeum jubatum) - Blooming

Produces spike-like panicles with long-bristled spikelets bearing flowerheads.

Foxtail Barley (Hordeum jubatum) - Growth

Hordeum grow best with full sun exposure. The flowerheads of several species are used in dried flower ensembles. Barley works well in an annual, mixed, or herbaceous border, as well as a wild garden. The most cultivated species is H. vulgare, domesticated barley.

Foxtail Barley (Hordeum jubatum) - Planting

Sow seeds directly into the ground in spring of fall.

Foxtail Barley (Hordeum jubatum) - Pest

Prone to fungal and bacterial diseases.

Foxtail Barley (Hordeum jubatum) - Interesting facts

There are around 20 known species of Hordeum, native to temperate regions across the globe, and often found in disturbed sites. Barley contains all eight essential amino acids, and can regulate blood sugar up to 10 hours after ingestion. In this way, barley is thought to be more nutritious than white or whole-grain wheat products, and is commonly used in health foods. Barley is also a major animal feed crop, and is important industrially in producing beer and whisky. Barley is classified by the number of kernel rows in the head. The most popular are two-row barley and six-row barley.