Question: This non-fertile grass was growing in close association with Panicum acuminatum along a cross-country ski trail margin going through a …
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This non-fertile grass was growing in close association with Panicum acuminatum along a cross-country ski trail margin going through a young tolerant hardwoods. It was hoped the incredibly long, thin leaves (<2 mm wide, 15-28 cm long) should be definitive. Location is just west of Fredericton NB. Any help would be appreciated.
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Dear Apohaqui2810, while I can't be certain without reproductive material, the pubescent at the summit of the leaf sheaths and the morphology of the leaf sheaths themselves suggests Sporobolus cryptandrus. I would start there with your study and see if you can confirm this. Best wishes.
