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Bearded Couch

Elymus caninus

Least Concern

About

The Bearded Couch (Elymus caninus) is a species in the genus Elymus. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in grasslands, wetlands, forests, and cultivated landscapes.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Asia (Japan), Europe (6 countries), and North America (United States).

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Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (planta)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Order

Poales (Grasses)

Family

Poaceae (Grass Family)

Genus

Elymus

Species

Elymus caninus (Bearded Couch)

Names in Other Languages

French chiendent des chiens

German Hundsquecke

Similar Species in Elymus

Common Eastern Wildrye

Elymus virginicus

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Bearded Couch?

The scientific name of Bearded Couch is Elymus caninus. It belongs to the genus Elymus.

What is the conservation status of Bearded Couch?

Bearded Couch (Elymus caninus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Bearded Couch live?

Bearded Couch is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Japan), Europe (6 countries), and North America (United States).. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Finland, Japan, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, United States.

What family does Bearded Couch belong to?

Bearded Couch (Elymus caninus) belongs to the genus Elymus, which is part of the taxonomic family Poaceae.

Is Bearded Couch endangered?

No, Bearded Couch (Elymus caninus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Bearded Couch belong to?

Bearded Couch (Elymus caninus) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (planta).

What are the closest relatives of Bearded Couch?

The closest relatives of Bearded Couch in the genus Elymus include Alaska wheatgrass, Arctic Wheatgrass, northern wheatgrass, Siberian wildrye, Couchgrass.