Aegilops neglecta, commonly known as three-awn goat grass, is an annual grass native to Mediterranean regions and Southwest Asia, where it thrives in open grasslands, rocky slopes, and cultivated fields. It is a resilient species that adapts well to disturbed soils. This grass typically grows to a height of 20-60 centimeters and has a tufted growth form with narrow leaves. The inflorescences are spike-like with awned spikelets, which give the plant its common name due to their resemblance to a goat’s three-pronged horns. Flowering occurs in late spring to early summer.

Three-awn goat grass is not commonly cultivated but may be used in wildflower meadows or naturalistic plantings where its unique seed heads can add visual interest. It is drought-tolerant and can grow in a variety of soil types, though it prefers well-drained soils and full sun exposure. While not typically grown for ornamental purposes, it can be useful for erosion control on dry, sloping sites. However, its potential for invasiveness should be considered before planting, as it can spread rapidly and outcompete native vegetation in areas outside its native range.CC BY-SA 4.0