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Agrostis canina

velvet bent

Other common names
maeswellty rhos
Synonyms
Agrostis pallida With.
Agrostis canina var. rubra f. aristata
see moreAgrostis 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

Genus description

Agrostis can be annual or perennial grasses, with narrow or bristle-like leaves and branches panicles of small flowers

Name status

Correct

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