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Wimper-Perlgras

Melica ciliata

Least Concern
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Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Europe (4 countries), North America (United States), and Oceania and the Pacific (Australia).

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇺🇸 United States 🇦🇺 Australia

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Names in Other Languages

German Wimper-Perlgras

Similar Species in Melica

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Einblütiges Perlgras
Melica uniflora
Least Concern
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Hohes Perlgras
Melica altissima
Not Evaluated
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Nickendes Perlgras
Melica nutans
Least Concern
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Wimper-Perlgras?
The scientific name of Wimper-Perlgras is Melica ciliata. It belongs to the genus Melica.
What is the conservation status of Wimper-Perlgras?
Wimper-Perlgras (Melica ciliata) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Wimper-Perlgras live?
Wimper-Perlgras is found in Widely distributed across Europe (4 countries), North America (United States), and Oceania and the Pacific (Australia).. Countries include Australia, Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, United States.
What family does Wimper-Perlgras belong to?
Wimper-Perlgras (Melica ciliata) belongs to the genus Melica, which is part of the taxonomic family Poaceae.
Is Wimper-Perlgras endangered?
No, Wimper-Perlgras (Melica ciliata) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Wimper-Perlgras belong to?
Wimper-Perlgras (Melica ciliata) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Pflanzen).
What are the closest relatives of Wimper-Perlgras?
The closest relatives of Wimper-Perlgras in the genus Melica include Einblütiges Perlgras, Hohes Perlgras, Nickendes Perlgras.

Native Range — 6 Countries

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Genus Melica — 4 Species

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Einblütiges Perlgras
Melica uniflora
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Hohes Perlgras
Melica altissima
NE 🐾
Nickendes Perlgras
Melica nutans
LC
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Wimper-Perlgras
Melica ciliata
LC
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