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Annual Bluegrass

Poa annua

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The Annual Bluegrass (Poa annua) is a species in the genus Poa. Inhabits deserts and xeric shrublands and tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests spanning the Afrotropic and Neotropic realms.

Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits deserts and xeric shrublands and tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests spanning the Afrotropic and Neotropic realms.

Widely distributed across Africa (13 countries), Asia (8 countries), Europe (9 countries), North America (10 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, Papua New Guinea), and South America (9 countries).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Order

Poales (Grasses)

Family

Poaceae (Grass Family)

Genus

Poa

Species

Poa annua (Annual Bluegrass)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish pastillo-de-invierno

French pâturin annuel

German Einjähriges Rispengras

Portuguese capim-galinha

Similar Species in Poa

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abbreviated bluegrass

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Annual Bluegrass?

The scientific name of Annual Bluegrass is Poa annua. It belongs to the genus Poa.

Where does Annual Bluegrass live?

Annual Bluegrass is found in Widely distributed across Africa (13 countries), Asia (8 countries), Europe (9 countries), North America (10 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, Papua New Guinea), and South America (9 countries).. Countries include Argentina, Australia, Belgium, Bhutan, Bolivia, Brazil, Bulgaria, Burundi, Cameroon, Canada.

What family does Annual Bluegrass belong to?

Annual Bluegrass (Poa annua) belongs to the genus Poa, which is part of the taxonomic family Poaceae.

What kingdom does Annual Bluegrass belong to?

Annual Bluegrass (Poa annua) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Annual Bluegrass?

The closest relatives of Annual Bluegrass in the genus Poa include abbreviated bluegrass, Alaska bluegrass, alpine meadow grass, Arctic bluegrass, bog bluegrass.