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Barren Brome
The barren brome (Bromus sterilis) from the family of grasses (Poaceae) grows to a height of around 30 cm to 60 cm. It has loosely arranged, drooping panicles that are usually around 10 cm to 15 cm long. Its spikelets, including the awns (the fine hairs at the top), can be up to 2 cm long. This plant species usually flowers in spring, particularly in May and June. The ripening seed heads are initially greenish and often turn reddish to deep red over time in strong sunlight.
Many pet birds like to eat flowering or half-ripe barren brome. This type of grass can be found on meadows and rubble heaps as well as on the edges of paths; this species strongly prefers warm sites as a habitat. To preserve it for the winter, the half-ripe or ripe panicles can be frozen or dried.
This type of grass is also known as poverty brome.
You can find more photos of this species on naturgucker.de (German website, but also available in English language).
German – English translation: Sarah Wiechers
