Inflorescence exsertion
See Fig.7

| Code | Term | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Slightly exserted | <2 cm but ligule of flag leaf definitively below inflorescence base |
| 2 | Exserted | 2-10 cm between the ligule and inflorescence base |
| 3 | Well-exserted | >10 cm beyween ligule and the inflorescence base |
| 4 | Peduncle recurved | Inflorescence below ligule and clearly exposed splitting the leaf sheath |