arctic sweetgrass

About

The Arctic sweetgrass (Anthoxanthum arcticum) is a species in the genus Anthoxanthum. Typically found in grasslands, wetlands, forests, and cultivated landscapes.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in grasslands, wetlands, forests, and cultivated landscapes.

Distributed across Canada and Norway.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇨🇦 Canada

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Pflanzen)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Order

Poales (Süßgrasartige)

Family

Poaceae (Grass Family)

Genus

Anthoxanthum

Species

Anthoxanthum arcticum (arctic sweetgrass)

Names in Other Languages

French hiérochloé pauciflore

Similar Species in Anthoxanthum

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Duftmariengras

Anthoxanthum nitens

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Grannen-Ruchgras

Anthoxanthum aristatum

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Ruchgras

Anthoxanthum odoratum

Not Evaluated

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of arctic sweetgrass?

The scientific name of arctic sweetgrass is Anthoxanthum arcticum. It belongs to the genus Anthoxanthum.

Where does arctic sweetgrass live?

arctic sweetgrass is found in Distributed across Canada and Norway.. Countries include Canada, Norway.

What family does arctic sweetgrass belong to?

arctic sweetgrass (Anthoxanthum arcticum) belongs to the genus Anthoxanthum, which is part of the taxonomic family Poaceae.

What kingdom does arctic sweetgrass belong to?

arctic sweetgrass (Anthoxanthum arcticum) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Pflanzen).

What are the closest relatives of arctic sweetgrass?

The closest relatives of arctic sweetgrass in the genus Anthoxanthum include Duftmariengras, Grannen-Ruchgras, Ruchgras.