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Creeping bentgrass

Agrostis stolonifera

Least Concern

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Asia (Japan, Taiwan), Europe (8 countries), North America (4 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, New Zealand), and South America (4 countries).

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Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (植物)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (木兰植物门)

Poaceae (Grass Family)

Genus

Agrostis

Species

Agrostis stolonifera (Creeping bentgrass)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Agróstide Estolonífera

French agrostis stolonifère

German Kriechendes Straussgras

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Creeping bentgrass?

The scientific name of Creeping bentgrass is Agrostis stolonifera. It belongs to the genus Agrostis.

What is the conservation status of Creeping bentgrass?

Creeping bentgrass (Agrostis stolonifera) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Creeping bentgrass live?

Creeping bentgrass is found in Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Asia (Japan, Taiwan), Europe (8 countries), North America (4 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, New Zealand), and South America (4 countries).. Countries include Argentina, Australia, Belgium, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Denmark, Ecuador, Finland.

What family does Creeping bentgrass belong to?

Creeping bentgrass (Agrostis stolonifera) belongs to the genus Agrostis, which is part of the taxonomic family Poaceae.

Is Creeping bentgrass endangered?

No, Creeping bentgrass (Agrostis stolonifera) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Creeping bentgrass belong to?

Creeping bentgrass (Agrostis stolonifera) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (植物).

What are the closest relatives of Creeping bentgrass?

The closest relatives of Creeping bentgrass in the genus Agrostis include Arctic Bentgrass, Autumn Bent, Black Bent, cloud grass, Hair Grass.