Grass Species

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Anthosachne

Description Anthosachne is a genus of grass species that belongs to the Poaceae family. It is commonly known as the “flowering grass” due to its unique appearance that resembles flowers. The grass is native to China, Japan, Russia, and other Asian countries. It is a perennial plant that can grow up to 60 cm in height. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota…
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Zoysia Sinica

Description Zoysia Sinica, commonly known as Chinese lawn grass, is a warm-season grass species that originated in China. It is a perennial grass species that spreads by stolons and rhizomes. Zoysia Sinica is known for its ability to tolerate heat, drought, and heavy foot traffic. It is a popular choice for lawns, golf courses, and sports fields due to its…
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Lolium Pratense

Description Lolium Pratense, commonly known as meadow ryegrass, is a grass species that belongs to the Poaceae family. It is a cool-season grass that is native to Europe but can be found in other parts of the world, including North America, Asia, and Africa. This grass species is commonly used for forage, turf, and erosion control. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota…
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Trichloris Crinita

Trichloris Crinita, also known as ‘purple pappus grass’ or ‘bayonet grass,’ is a perennial grass species that belongs to the Poaceae family. Native to South America, this grass species has spread to different parts of the world due to its excellent drought tolerance and hardy nature. Trichloris Crinita is an excellent choice for landscaping in arid and semi-arid regions, making…
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Leymus Mollis

Description Leymus Mollis is a species of grass commonly found in North America. It is also known as the American dunegrass or wild rye. The grass can grow up to 1-3 feet in height and spread out to 2-4 feet wide. The leaves of the plant are long and narrow, measuring up to 1 inch in width and 12 inches…
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Ptilagrostis Mongholica

Description Ptilagrostis Mongholica, also known as Mongolian feathergrass, is a species of grass native to China and Mongolia. It belongs to the Poaceae family, which comprises more than 10,000 species of monocotyledonous flowering plants.This grass species has a tufted growth habit, with stems that can reach up to 60cm in height. Its leaves are narrow and rolled, measuring around 10-20cm…
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Sporobolus Rigidus

Description Sporobolus Rigidus, commonly known as ‘Sand Dropseed’, is a warm-season grass species that belongs to the Poaceae family. It is native to North America and can be found in states such as Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, and Nebraska. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Spermatophyta Class Liliopsida Order Poales Family Poaceae Genus Sporobolus Appearance Sporobolus Rigidus has a clumping…
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Panicum Latifolium

Description Panicum Latifolium, also known as Panic Broadleaf, is a perennial grass species that belongs to the Poaceae family. This grass species is native to North America and can be found in various habitats, including marshes, wet meadows, and streambanks. Panicum Latifolium is an important species for wildlife, as it provides food and shelter for various animals, including waterfowl, songbirds,…
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Panicum Leibergii

Description Panicum Leibergii is a grass species found in North America. It belongs to the Panicoideae subfamily and the Paniceae tribe. It is commonly known as Leiberg’s Panicgrass. This plant is a perennial grass with a fibrous root system that grows up to 1 meter tall. It has a narrow, dense, and cylindrical panicle that is 7-20 cm long and…
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Polypogon Viridis

Description Polypogon Viridis, also known as annual beardgrass or rabbitfoot grass, is a type of grass species that belongs to the Poaceae family. This plant is an annual that can grow up to 60 cm in height and is native to the Mediterranean region, although it can also be found in other areas worldwide. Polypogon Viridis has a unique appearance,…
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