Thinopyrum junceiforme
Russian wheatgrass
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Family: Poaceae · Type: Grass
Conservation status: Cal-IPC Yes
Thinopyrum junceiforme (Russian wheatgrass) is a California grass in the Poaceae family, recognized by Only Thinopyrum in California (central/south coast).
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Identification and appearance
Key characters: Only Thinopyrum in California (central/south coast)
Conservation status
Cal-IPC Yes
How to tell it apart
Differentiators are not available at this time.
Frequently asked questions
What plant family does Thinopyrum junceiforme belong to?
Thinopyrum junceiforme is in the Poaceae family, genus Thinopyrum.
Is Thinopyrum junceiforme invasive in California?
Thinopyrum junceiforme is listed by Cal-IPC with an invasiveness rating of Yes.
Related species
Other California species in the same genus, family, or bioregion.
Last updated 2026-10-07
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