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Silver hairgrass

Aira cupaniana

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Australia, Portugal, South Africa, and United States.

🇦🇺 Australia 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇿🇦 South Africa 🇺🇸 United States

Similar Species in Aira

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Common Silver Hairgrass
Aira caryophyllea
Endangered
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Early Hair Grass
Aira praecox
Least Concern
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Silver hairgrass?
The scientific name of Silver hairgrass is Aira cupaniana. It belongs to the genus Aira.
Where does Silver hairgrass live?
Silver hairgrass is found in Distributed across Australia, Portugal, South Africa, and United States.. Countries include Australia, Portugal, South Africa, United States.
What family does Silver hairgrass belong to?
Silver hairgrass (Aira cupaniana) belongs to the genus Aira, which is part of the taxonomic family Poaceae.
What kingdom does Silver hairgrass belong to?
Silver hairgrass (Aira cupaniana) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).
What are the closest relatives of Silver hairgrass?
The closest relatives of Silver hairgrass in the genus Aira include Common Silver Hairgrass, Early Hair Grass.

Native Range — 4 Countries

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Genus Aira — 3 Species

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Common Silver Hairgrass
Aira caryophyllea
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Early Hair Grass
Aira praecox
LC
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Silver hairgrass
Aira cupaniana
NE
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