Plants of the San Marcos Foothills Preserve

Bromus madritensis ssp. Rubens (Red Brome)

Somewhat common, non-native annual grass found throughout the Preserve, particularly in disturbed places and along trails. Flowers inconspicuous (grass like). Blooms late winter to spring.

Bromus madritensis ssp. rubens (Red Brome) NON-NATIVE. Pictured in winter.

Bromus madritensis ssp. rubens (Red Brome) NON-NATIVE. Pictured in spring.

Bromus madritensis ssp. rubens (Red Brome) NON-NATIVE. Pictured in winter.