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Riesenstraussgras

Agrostis gigantea

Least Concern

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The Black Bent (Agrostis gigantea) is a species in the genus Agrostis. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Inhabits tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests within the Neotropic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests within the Neotropic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Asia (Japan), Europe (11 countries), North America (4 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (5 countries).

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Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Pflanzen)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Order

Poales (Süßgrasartige)

Family

Poaceae (Grass Family)

Genus

Agrostis

Species

Agrostis gigantea (Riesenstraussgras)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish agróstide blanca

French agrostis géant

German Riesenstraussgras

Similar Species in Agrostis

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Amerikanisches Straußgras

Kastilisches Straußgras

Agrostis castellana

Not Evaluated

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Riesenstraussgras?

The scientific name of Riesenstraussgras is Agrostis gigantea. It belongs to the genus Agrostis.

What is the conservation status of Riesenstraussgras?

Riesenstraussgras (Agrostis gigantea) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Riesenstraussgras live?

Riesenstraussgras is found in Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Asia (Japan), Europe (11 countries), North America (4 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (5 countries).. Countries include Argentina, Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Czech Republic, Denmark.

What family does Riesenstraussgras belong to?

Riesenstraussgras (Agrostis gigantea) belongs to the genus Agrostis, which is part of the taxonomic family Poaceae.

Is Riesenstraussgras endangered?

No, Riesenstraussgras (Agrostis gigantea) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Riesenstraussgras belong to?

Riesenstraussgras (Agrostis gigantea) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Pflanzen).

What are the closest relatives of Riesenstraussgras?

The closest relatives of Riesenstraussgras in the genus Agrostis include Amerikanisches Straußgras, Brüchiges Straußgras, Kastilisches Straußgras, Kriechendes Straussgras, Raues Straußgras.