Hordeum vulgare
TAXONOMY
FamilyPoaceae
GenusHordeum
Zone3
LEARN MORE
Plants of the World OnlineABOUT
Hordeum vulgare, commonly known as barley, is an annual grass in the family Poaceae. It is one of the first cultivated grains and is now grown widely for food, animal feed, and brewing. Native to the temperate regions, barley is a versatile crop that can adapt to various soil types and climates.
ALSO KNOWN AS
Barley
Secale Orientale
Frumentum hordeum
Frumentum sativum
Hordeum aestivum
Hordeum americanum
Hordeum bifarium
Hordeum brachyatherum
Hordeum caspicum
Hordeum coeleste
Hordeum daghestanicum
Hordeum defectoides
Hordeum distichon subsp. zeocrithon
Hordeum durum
Hordeum elongatum
Hordeum gymnodistichum
Hordeum heterostychyon
Hordeum hexastichon
Hordeum hibernaculum
Hordeum hibernans
Hordeum himalayense
Hordeum hirtiusculum
Hordeum horsfordianum
Hordeum ircutianum
Hordeum jarenskianum
Hordeum juliae
Hordeum kalugense
Hordeum karzinianum
Hordeum kiarchanum
Hordeum laevipaleatum
Hordeum lapponicum
Hordeum leptostachys
Hordeum macrolepis
Hordeum mandshuricum
Hordeum mandshuroides
Hordeum michalkowi
Hordeum nekludowi
Hordeum nigrum
Hordeum pamiricum
Hordeum parvum
Hordeum pensanum
Hordeum perversum
Hordeum polystichon
Hordeum polystichon var. hackelii
Hordeum polystichon var. vulgare
Hordeum praecox
Hordeum pyramidatum
Hordeum revelatum
Hordeum sativum
Hordeum sativum subsp. hexastichon
Hordeum sativum subsp. vulgare
Hordeum sativum var. coeleste
Hordeum sativum var. trifurcatum
Hordeum sativum var. vulgare
Hordeum scabriusculum
Hordeum septentrionale
Hordeum stassewitschi
Hordeum strobelense
Hordeum taganrocense
Hordeum tanaiticum
Hordeum tetrastichum
Hordeum transcaucasicum
Hordeum violaceum
Hordeum vulgare f. hexastichon
Hordeum vulgare subsp. hexastichon
Hordeum vulgare subsp. medioasiaticum
Hordeum vulgare subsp. spontaneum
Hordeum vulgare subsp. tetrastichum
Hordeum vulgare subsp. vulgare
Hordeum vulgare var. abdulbasirovii
Hordeum vulgare var. addis-abebae
Hordeum vulgare var. africanum
Hordeum vulgare var. ancoberense
Hordeum vulgare var. atratum
Hordeum vulgare var. bachteevii
Hordeum vulgare var. brachyurum
Hordeum vulgare var. breviaristatum
Hordeum vulgare var. brevispicatum
Hordeum vulgare var. brunneinudum
Hordeum vulgare var. chalunicum
Hordeum vulgare var. chungense
Hordeum vulgare var. coeleste
Hordeum vulgare var. colonicum
Hordeum vulgare var. daghestanicum
Hordeum vulgare var. euryhypatherum
Hordeum vulgare var. glabribrevisetum
Hordeum vulgare var. glabrideficiens
Hordeum vulgare var. glabrierectum
Hordeum vulgare var. glabrigracilius
Hordeum vulgare var. glabrispicatum
Hordeum vulgare var. glabriviride
Hordeum vulgare var. gobicum
Hordeum vulgare var. griseinigrum
Hordeum vulgare var. griseinudum
Hordeum vulgare var. hadaka
Hordeum vulgare var. hangaicum
Hordeum vulgare var. harlanii
Hordeum vulgare var. hexastichum
Hordeum vulgare var. hypatherum
Hordeum vulgare var. ibericum
Hordeum vulgare var. insularum
Hordeum vulgare var. interpallidum
Hordeum vulgare var. ismailii
Hordeum vulgare var. japonicum
Hordeum vulgare var. kobdicum
Hordeum vulgare var. latibrevisetum
Hordeum vulgare var. latinudipyramidatum
Hordeum vulgare var. latirevelatum
Hordeum vulgare var. leioheterolepis
Hordeum vulgare var. lukyanovae
Hordeum vulgare var. lvovii
Hordeum vulgare var. micrurum
Hordeum vulgare var. mongolicum
Hordeum vulgare var. multispiculum
Hordeum vulgare var. nigrinudum
Hordeum vulgare var. nipponicum
Hordeum vulgare var. nudijaponicum
Hordeum vulgare var. nudinipponicum
Hordeum vulgare var. palestinicum
Hordeum vulgare var. pallidum
Hordeum vulgare var. patimatae
Hordeum vulgare var. rarum
Hordeum vulgare var. revelatum
Hordeum vulgare var. saidii
Hordeum vulgare var. sessilifurcatum
Hordeum vulgare var. sikangense
Hordeum vulgare var. sinicum
Hordeum vulgare var. sinojaponicum
Hordeum vulgare var. solitarum
Hordeum vulgare var. suberectum
Hordeum vulgare var. subneogenes
Hordeum vulgare var. subnudipiramidatum
Hordeum vulgare var. subnudum
Hordeum vulgare var. subnutans
Hordeum vulgare var. subpyramidatum
Hordeum vulgare var. subzeocrithon
Hordeum vulgare var. syriacum
Hordeum vulgare var. tetranutans
Hordeum vulgare var. tetrapallidum
Hordeum vulgare var. tibetanum
Hordeum vulgare var. trofimovskajae
Hordeum vulgare var. uljassutaicum
Hordeum vulgare var. urgaicum
Hordeum vulgare var. valentinae
Hordeum vulgare var. viride
Hordeum vulgare var. vulgare
Hordeum vulgare var. zeocrithideficiens
Hordeum vulgare var. zuleichatae
Hordeum walpersii
OVERVIEW
VPDCalculate
WaterMoist
SoilLoamy
LightDirect Bright (6 Hours)
Temperature15° C
Humidity60%
GDD1,350
pH6.5
Pressure1,013 mbar
DETAILS
Care Instructions
Barley requires direct bright light and moderate temperatures to thrive. It prefers a temperate climate with moderate humidity. Regular watering is necessary, but the soil should be allowed to dry out partially between waterings. Barley is relatively easy to care for if its basic needs are met.Harvest
Hordeum vulgare, commonly known as barley, is typically ready for harvest when the grains are hard and the plants have turned a golden color, usually around 90 days after planting. Harvesting is best done when the moisture content of the grains is between 12-14%. The plants can be cut using a sickle or a combine harvester, depending on the scale of cultivation. After cutting, the grains should be threshed to separate them from the chaff and then dried properly to prevent mold and spoilage.Soil
Barley grows best in well-draining loam soil that is rich in nutrients. The soil should be kept moderately moist but not waterlogged. Good drainage is essential to prevent root rot and other water-related issues.Fertilizer
A balanced fertilizer with an N-P-K ratio of 10-10-10 is suitable for barley. Fertilize the plant during the growing season to ensure it receives the necessary nutrients for optimal growth.Repotting
Barley is typically grown outdoors and does not require repotting. It is an annual plant, so it completes its life cycle within one growing season.Propagation
Barley is propagated by seeds. Sow the seeds directly into the soil in early spring or fall, depending on the climate. Ensure the soil is well-prepared and moist to encourage germination.Pruning
Pruning is not required for barley. The plant will naturally complete its life cycle and can be harvested when the grains are mature.Toxicity
Barley is not toxic to pets or humans. It is widely used as a food source and in brewing. However, some individuals may have gluten sensitivities and should avoid barley products.Additional
Barley is a versatile crop with numerous uses, including food, animal feed, and brewing. It is also used in various health products due to its nutritional benefits. Ensure the plant receives adequate sunlight and nutrients for the best yield.REVOLUTIONIZE YOUR PLANT CARE
Make Every Plant Smart
Plant Monitor
STAYS IN YOUR PLANT
Accurately measures the core metrics of your plant – soil moisture, light, temperature and humidity - as well as compound metrics such as Vapor Pressure Deficit (VPD) and Growing Degree Days (GDD).
Shop Now
