This annual grass with a strictly Mediterranean-Macaronesian distribution is present in Liguria, Tuscany, Lazio, Abruzzo, in all regions of Southern Italy, and in the Islands. It grows on weakly saline, moist soils along the coast. The species is sporadic in the outer belt of the Sardinian temporary ponds. The genus name derives from the Greek 'poly' (a lot) and 'pogon' (beard), referring to the fluffy inflorescence; the species name refers to the maritime habitat. Flowering period: March to May. |
