Sphenopholis × pallens (Biehler) Scribn.

Locations ofSphenopholis × pallens (Biehler) Scribn. in Virginia

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Family
Poaceae
Botanical Name
Sphenopholis × pallens (Biehler) Scribn.
Common Name
Synonym(s)
Flora of Virginia Name/Status
Not in Flora of Virginia
Comments
A rare taxon collected several times in the eastern part of the state. Most authorities consider this a hybrid between Sphenopholis pensylvanica and S. obtusata. However, the jury may still be out on whether it is a sterile hybrid. It occurs independently of its putative parents at some of the Virginia sites.
Habitat
Mesic forests, well-drained alluvial forests. Rare, Piedmont and inner Coastal Plain.
Native Status
Native

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