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Kammgras

Cynosurus cristatus

Near Threatened

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Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, tropical and subtropical coniferous forests, and temperate broadleaf and mixed forests, among 6 distinct biome types spanning the Indomalayan and Palearctic realms. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Asia (Bhutan, Japan), Europe (8 countries), North America (Canada, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Chile). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

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Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Pflanzen)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Order

Poales (Süßgrasartige)

Family

Poaceae (Grass Family)

Genus

Cynosurus

Species

Cynosurus cristatus (Kammgras)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish cola de perro

French crétalle

German Kammgras

Portuguese rabo-de-cão

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Kammgras?

The scientific name of Kammgras is Cynosurus cristatus. It belongs to the genus Cynosurus.

What is the conservation status of Kammgras?

Kammgras (Cynosurus cristatus) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Kammgras live?

Kammgras is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Bhutan, Japan), Europe (8 countries), North America (Canada, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Chile). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Australia, Belgium, Bhutan, Canada, Chile, Denmark, Finland, France, Iceland, Japan.

What family does Kammgras belong to?

Kammgras (Cynosurus cristatus) belongs to the genus Cynosurus, which is part of the taxonomic family Poaceae.

What kingdom does Kammgras belong to?

Kammgras (Cynosurus cristatus) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Pflanzen).

What are the closest relatives of Kammgras?

The closest relatives of Kammgras in the genus Cynosurus include Grannen-Kammgras.