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Little quakinggrass

Briza minor

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Africa (Madagascar, South Africa, Zimbabwe), Asia (6 countries), Europe (12 countries), North America (5 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (6 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

Briza

Species

Briza minor (Little quakinggrass)

Names in Other Languages

French petite amourette

German Kleines Zittergras

Portuguese capim-treme-treme

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Little quakinggrass?

The scientific name of Little quakinggrass is Briza minor. It belongs to the genus Briza.

Where does Little quakinggrass live?

Little quakinggrass is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Madagascar, South Africa, Zimbabwe), Asia (6 countries), Europe (12 countries), North America (5 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (6 countries).. Countries include Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bolivia, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica.

What family does Little quakinggrass belong to?

Little quakinggrass (Briza minor) belongs to the genus Briza, which is part of the taxonomic family Poaceae.

What kingdom does Little quakinggrass belong to?

Little quakinggrass (Briza minor) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Little quakinggrass?

The closest relatives of Little quakinggrass in the genus Briza include Big quakinggrass, Common Quaking Grass.