Apera sp.
Family: Poaceae · Type: Annual · Not Native
Apera sp. is a non-native California annual in the Poaceae family.
How to tell it apart
vs Cinna: Apera is an annual weed of disturbed sites; Cinna is perennial in moist forests.; vs Calamagrostis: Apera is annual with sparse callus hairs; Calamagrostis is perennial with tufted callus.; vs Ammophila: Ammophila has dense cylindrical spikes; Apera has loose drooping panicles.
Frequently asked questions
Is Apera sp. native to California?
No. Apera sp. is not native to California (recorded as not native).
What plant family does Apera sp. belong to?
Apera sp. is in the Poaceae family, genus Apera.
Related species
Other California species in the same genus, family, or bioregion.
Sources: Jepson eFlora · CalPhotos
Last updated 2026-04-14
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