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Annual ryegrass

Lolium multiflorum

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The Annual ryegrass (Lolium multiflorum) is a species in the genus Lolium. Typically found in grasslands, wetlands, forests, and cultivated landscapes.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa, Zimbabwe), Asia (9 countries), Europe (27 countries), North America (4 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, Fiji, Micronesia), and South America (8 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

Lolium

Species

Lolium multiflorum (Annual ryegrass)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish azevao

French ray-grass ditalie

German Italienisches Raigras

Portuguese azevém

Similar Species in Lolium

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Darnel ryegrass

Lolium temulentum

Critically Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Annual ryegrass?

The scientific name of Annual ryegrass is Lolium multiflorum. It belongs to the genus Lolium.

Where does Annual ryegrass live?

Annual ryegrass is found in Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa, Zimbabwe), Asia (9 countries), Europe (27 countries), North America (4 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, Fiji, Micronesia), and South America (8 countries).. Countries include Argentina, Australia, Belgium, Bhutan, Bolivia, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia.

What family does Annual ryegrass belong to?

Annual ryegrass (Lolium multiflorum) belongs to the genus Lolium, which is part of the taxonomic family Poaceae.

What kingdom does Annual ryegrass belong to?

Annual ryegrass (Lolium multiflorum) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Annual ryegrass?

The closest relatives of Annual ryegrass in the genus Lolium include Darnel ryegrass, Dover Grass, flax darnel, giant fescue, Perennial ryegrass.