Agrostis canina

RHS Plant Profile

velvet bent

Other common names

maeswellty rhos

Synonyms

Agrostis pallida With.
Agrostis canina var. rubra f. aristata
Agrostis canina var. rubra f. mutica
Agrostis canina var. mutica
Agrostis canina var. aristata
Agrostis canina var. pallida f. vivipara
Agrostis canina var. pallida f. mutica

Botanical Details

Family: Poaceae
Native to GB/Ireland: Yes
Genus: Agrostis can be annual or perennial grasses, with narrow or bristle-like leaves and branches panicles of small flowers
Name Status: Correct