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Creeping velvetgrass

Holcus mollis

Least Concern

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Asia (Japan), Europe (6 countries), North America (Canada, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Colombia).

🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇯🇵 Japan 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇫🇮 Finland 🇨🇦 Canada 🇺🇸 United States 🇦🇺 Australia 🇨🇴 Colombia

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (植物)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (被子植物門)

Poaceae (Grass Family)

Genus

Holcus

Species

Holcus mollis (Creeping velvetgrass)

Names in Other Languages

French houlque molle

German Weiches Honiggras

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Creeping velvetgrass?

The scientific name of Creeping velvetgrass is Holcus mollis. It belongs to the genus Holcus.

What is the conservation status of Creeping velvetgrass?

Creeping velvetgrass (Holcus mollis) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Creeping velvetgrass live?

Creeping velvetgrass is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Japan), Europe (6 countries), North America (Canada, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Colombia).. Countries include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Colombia, Denmark, Finland, Japan, Norway, Portugal, Sweden.

What family does Creeping velvetgrass belong to?

Creeping velvetgrass (Holcus mollis) belongs to the genus Holcus, which is part of the taxonomic family Poaceae.

Is Creeping velvetgrass endangered?

No, Creeping velvetgrass (Holcus mollis) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Creeping velvetgrass belong to?

Creeping velvetgrass (Holcus mollis) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (植物).

What are the closest relatives of Creeping velvetgrass?

The closest relatives of Creeping velvetgrass in the genus Holcus include Common Velvetgrass.