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Rescuegrass

Bromus catharticus

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Africa (6 countries), Asia (7 countries), Europe (22 countries), North America (Canada, Mexico, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, New Zealand), and South America (Brazil, Chile, Colombia).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Order

Poales (Grasses)

Family

Poaceae (Grass Family)

Genus

Bromus

Species

Bromus catharticus (Rescuegrass)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish cebadill criolla

French Brome purgatif

German Horntrespe

Portuguese bromo-de-schrader

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Rescuegrass?

The scientific name of Rescuegrass is Bromus catharticus. It belongs to the genus Bromus.

Where does Rescuegrass live?

Rescuegrass is found in Widely distributed across Africa (6 countries), Asia (7 countries), Europe (22 countries), North America (Canada, Mexico, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, New Zealand), and South America (Brazil, Chile, Colombia).. Countries include Australia, Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Bhutan, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia.

What family does Rescuegrass belong to?

Rescuegrass (Bromus catharticus) belongs to the genus Bromus, which is part of the taxonomic family Poaceae.

What kingdom does Rescuegrass belong to?

Rescuegrass (Bromus catharticus) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Rescuegrass?

The closest relatives of Rescuegrass in the genus Bromus include Awnless Brome, Bald brome, Barley Brome, Broad-Glumed Brome, Bronco Grass.