Purple False Brome (Brachypodium Distachyon) is a annual grass in the Poaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 5-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Brachypodium distachyon is a grass species native to southern Europe, northern Africa, and southwestern Asia, known for its short life cycle and use as a model organism in grass genomics.

Purple False Brome

Purple False Brome

Brachypodium Distachyon

Brachypodium distachyon is a grass species native to southern Europe, northern Africa, and southwestern Asia, known for its short life cycle and use as a model organism in grass genomics.

Quick Facts

Type
grass
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
5-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Purple False Brome

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Poaceae
Genus:Brachypodium