Ammophila breviligulata, commonly called American Beachgrass or American Marram Grass, is a rhizomatous perennial grass native to the Atlantic and Great Lakes coastlines. It plays a crucial role in dune stabilization, its extensive root system binding sand and preventing erosion. The stiff, rolled leaves are bluish-green, and it produces dense, spike-like flower heads in summer. This grass thrives in full sun, dry, sandy soils, and tolerates salt spray and burial by shifting sand. It is widely planted for coastal restoration and protection.
| Family: | Poaceae (poh-AY-see-ee) |
| Genus: | Ammophila (am-oh-FY-luh) |
| Species: | breviligulata (brev-ee-lig-yoo-LAY-ta) |
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