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alpista

Phalaris canariensis

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The Annual canarygrass (Phalaris canariensis) is a species in the genus Phalaris. Typically found in grasslands, wetlands, forests, and cultivated landscapes.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Africa (Madagascar, South Africa), Asia (Japan, Taiwan), Europe (36 countries), North America (5 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (4 countries).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (plantas)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Order

Poales (Grasses)

Family

Poaceae (Grass Family)

Genus

Phalaris

Species

Phalaris canariensis (alpista)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish alpiste

French Alpiste

German Echtes Glanzgras

Portuguese alpista

Similar Species in Phalaris

Phalaris coerulescens

Confused Canary-grass

Phalaris brachystachys

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of alpista?

The scientific name of alpista is Phalaris canariensis. It belongs to the genus Phalaris.

Where does alpista live?

alpista is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Madagascar, South Africa), Asia (Japan, Taiwan), Europe (36 countries), North America (5 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (4 countries).. Countries include Albania, Australia, Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, Chile.

What family does alpista belong to?

alpista (Phalaris canariensis) belongs to the genus Phalaris, which is part of the taxonomic family Poaceae.

What kingdom does alpista belong to?

alpista (Phalaris canariensis) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plantas).

What are the closest relatives of alpista?

The closest relatives of alpista in the genus Phalaris include caniço-malhado, capim-doce, talaceiro, Confused Canary-grass, Sunolgrass.