Cheatgrass
Bromus tectorum
Invasive summary
An annual grass that invades rangelands and dry habitats in western North America.
Known impacts
Changes fire regimes, reduces native plant cover, and affects grazing and wildlife habitat.
Management notes
Use prevention, grazing management, targeted herbicide, reseeding, and fire-aware restoration.
Native range
Eurasia
Regions where reported
- CA - 40 public points
- MX - 40 public points
- US - 40 public points