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English Meadow Grass

Poa pratensis

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Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Asia (4 countries), Europe (7 countries), North America (Costa Rica, Mexico, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (4 countries).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (พืช)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Order

Poales (อันดับหญ้า)

Family

Poaceae (Grass Family)

Genus

Poa

Species

Poa pratensis (English Meadow Grass)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Grama de Prados

French pâturin des prés

German Wiesenrispengras

Portuguese capim-do-campo

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of English Meadow Grass?

The scientific name of English Meadow Grass is Poa pratensis. It belongs to the genus Poa.

Where does English Meadow Grass live?

English Meadow Grass is found in Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Asia (4 countries), Europe (7 countries), North America (Costa Rica, Mexico, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (4 countries).. Countries include Argentina, Australia, Belgium, Bhutan, Brazil, Chile, Costa Rica, Denmark, Ecuador, Finland.

What family does English Meadow Grass belong to?

English Meadow Grass (Poa pratensis) belongs to the genus Poa, which is part of the taxonomic family Poaceae.

What kingdom does English Meadow Grass belong to?

English Meadow Grass (Poa pratensis) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (พืช).

What are the closest relatives of English Meadow Grass?

The closest relatives of English Meadow Grass in the genus Poa include alpine meadow grass, Annual Bluegrass, Arctic bluegrass, bog bluegrass, Broadleaf bluegrass.