Meadow Foxtail (Alopecurus pratensis) on the University of Reading campus is now looking splendid with a myriad anthers protruding from the spikelets (the grass flowers) in this characteristic spike-like inflorescence. In the previous Foxtail post Dr M promised to explain more about the diverse types of grass inflorescence, all of which are variations on what, in botanical terms, is known as a panicle, it’s a fascinating and slightly complex story, watch this space!
If you want to know more now! Why not come along to the University of Reading Bioblitz on Saturday 8th June 2013, where you can meet Dr M and join his guided walk looking at Poaceae: a family of grasses green and wonderful!
June 6, 2013
