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Arctic Bentgrass

Agrostis mertensii

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About

The Arctic Bentgrass (Agrostis mertensii) is a species in the genus Agrostis. Typically found in grasslands, wetlands, forests, and cultivated landscapes.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Europe (Finland, Norway, Sweden), North America (Canada, United States), and South America (Colombia).

🇨🇦 Canada 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇫🇮 Finland 🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇺🇸 United States

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Order

Poales (Grasses)

Family

Poaceae (Grass Family)

Genus

Agrostis

Species

Agrostis mertensii (Arctic Bentgrass)

Names in Other Languages

French agrostide de Mertens

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Arctic Bentgrass?

The scientific name of Arctic Bentgrass is Agrostis mertensii. It belongs to the genus Agrostis.

Where does Arctic Bentgrass live?

Arctic Bentgrass is found in Widely distributed across Europe (Finland, Norway, Sweden), North America (Canada, United States), and South America (Colombia).. Countries include Canada, Colombia, Finland, Norway, Sweden, United States.

What family does Arctic Bentgrass belong to?

Arctic Bentgrass (Agrostis mertensii) belongs to the genus Agrostis, which is part of the taxonomic family Poaceae.

What kingdom does Arctic Bentgrass belong to?

Arctic Bentgrass (Agrostis mertensii) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Arctic Bentgrass?

The closest relatives of Arctic Bentgrass in the genus Agrostis include Autumn Bent, Bentgrass, Black Bent, brown bent, Clavate Bent.