Oat Grass

Habitat & Distribution

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

Found across Africa (Guinea) and South America (5 countries).

🇧🇷 Brazil 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇬🇳 Guinea 🇬🇾 Guyana 🇸🇷 Suriname 🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Order

Poales (Grasses)

Family

Poaceae (Grass Family)

Genus

Acroceras

Species

Acroceras zizanioides (Oat Grass)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish arrocillo

Similar Species in Acroceras

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Nyl grass

Acroceras macrum

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Oat Grass?

The scientific name of Oat Grass is Acroceras zizanioides. It belongs to the genus Acroceras.

What is the conservation status of Oat Grass?

Oat Grass (Acroceras zizanioides) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Oat Grass live?

Oat Grass is found in Found across Africa (Guinea) and South America (5 countries).. Countries include Brazil, Colombia, Guinea, Guyana, Suriname, Venezuela.

What family does Oat Grass belong to?

Oat Grass (Acroceras zizanioides) belongs to the genus Acroceras, which is part of the taxonomic family Poaceae.

Is Oat Grass endangered?

No, Oat Grass (Acroceras zizanioides) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Oat Grass belong to?

Oat Grass (Acroceras zizanioides) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Oat Grass?

The closest relatives of Oat Grass in the genus Acroceras include Nyl grass.