Scientific Names for Grass
Grass belongs to the plant family Poaceae, which encompasses a wide variety of species. The scientific classification of grass as a group can be broadly described, but specific species of grass have their own scientific names. Here are a few examples of common grass species and their scientific names:
Common Grass Species and Their Scientific Names
Common Bermuda Grass
Scientific Name: Cynodon dactylon
Kentucky Bluegrass
Scientific Name: Poa pratensis
Perennial Ryegrass
Scientific Name: Lolium perenne
Timothy Grass
Scientific Name: Phleum pratense
Fescue Grass
Scientific Name: Festuca spp.
General Classification
Family: Poaceae (commonly known as the Grass family)
Order: Poales
Class: Monocotyledons (Monocots)
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