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Aegilops triuncialis, commonly known as barbed goatgrass, a formidable invasive grass species from the Poaceae family. Native to Eastern and Mediterranean Europe, as well as Western Asia, this winter annual thrives in rocky, serpentine soils, grasslands, disturbed grounds, and oak woodlands. However, it has rapidly become an unwelcome intruder in parts of North America, particularly the Western coast of the United States, posing a significant threat to the ecosystem. Its invasive nature, fast growth, and ability to create monocultures have earned it a notorious reputation, leading to its classification as a noxious weed by the California Department of Food and Agriculture. The pernicious impact of barbed goatgrass includes a decline in species diversity, forage reduction, and economic setbacks. Also, it interferes with wheat crops and harms grazing animals.