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Itchgrass

Rottboellia cochinchinensis

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Africa (8 countries), Asia (7 countries), North America (13 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (Fiji, Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands), 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

Rottboellia

Species

Rottboellia cochinchinensis (Itchgrass)

Names in Other Languages

Portuguese capim-alto

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Itchgrass?

The scientific name of Itchgrass is Rottboellia cochinchinensis. It belongs to the genus Rottboellia.

Where does Itchgrass live?

Itchgrass is found in Widely distributed across Africa (8 countries), Asia (7 countries), North America (13 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (Fiji, Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands), and South America (8 countries).. Countries include Angola, Argentina, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Bolivia, Brazil, Brunei, Burundi, Cameroon.

What family does Itchgrass belong to?

Itchgrass (Rottboellia cochinchinensis) belongs to the genus Rottboellia, which is part of the taxonomic family Poaceae.

What kingdom does Itchgrass belong to?

Itchgrass (Rottboellia cochinchinensis) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).