Status:
valid
Authors:
Parodi
Source:
wcs
Year:
1951
Citation Micro:
Revista Argent. Agron. 18: 143 (1951)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000844200
Common Names
- Plains Bentgrass
- Plains Bent
- Platensis Bentgrass
Description
Agrostis platensis (also called Meadow Bentgrass, among many other common names) is a species of grass native to Europe and Asia. It is a perennial grass that grows in moist, shady areas and is often found in meadows, grasslands, and other open areas.
Uses & Benefits
Agrostis platensis is used as a turf grass and for erosion control. It is also used for hay and pasture.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: The flowers of Agrostis platensis are small, white, and cylindrical. Seed: The seeds of Agrostis platensis are tiny and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Agrostis platensis are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Agrostis platensis is a perennial grass that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be grown from seed or from cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can be grown in both dry and wet conditions. It is also tolerant of drought and can be grown in areas with low rainfall. It is a low-maintenance grass and requires little fertilization or other care.
Where to Find Agrostis platensis
Agrostis platensis can be found in Europe, North Africa and the Middle East.
Agrostis platensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Agrostis platensis?
Agrostis platensis
What is the common name of Agrostis platensis?
Plains bentgrass
What is the natural habitat of Agrostis platensis?
Grassy areas, meadows, and pastures
Species in the Agrostis genus
Agrostis capillaris,
Agrostis carmichaelii,
Agrostis castellana,
Agrostis amurensis,
Agrostis bjoerkmanni,
Agrostis castriferrei,
Agrostis clavatiformis,
Agrostis dimorpholemma,
Agrostis hegetschweileri,
Agrostis murbeckii,
Agrostis paramushirensis,
Agrostis subclavata,
Agrostis ussuriensis,
Agrostis ambatoensis,
Agrostis anadyrensis,
Agrostis angrenica,
Agrostis arvensis,
Agrostis atlantica,
Agrostis australiensis,
Agrostis balansae,
Agrostis basalis,
Agrostis bergiana,
Agrostis bettyae,
Agrostis blasdalei,
Agrostis boormanii,
Agrostis bourgeaei,
Agrostis boyacensis,
Agrostis brachiata,
Agrostis brachyathera,
Agrostis breviculmis,
Agrostis burmanica,
Agrostis calderoniae,
Agrostis canina,
Agrostis clavata,
Agrostis clemensiorum,
Agrostis comorensis,
Agrostis congestiflora,
Agrostis continuata,
Agrostis cypricola,
Agrostis decaryana,
Agrostis delislei,
Agrostis densiflora,
Agrostis diemenica,
Agrostis divaricatissima,
Agrostis dshungarica,
Agrostis dyeri,
Agrostis elliotiana,
Agrostis elliotii,
Agrostis emirnensis,
Agrostis exarata,
Species in the Poaceae family
Achnatherum pekinense,
Achnatherum pubicalyx,
Achnatherum sibiricum,
Achnatherum turcomanicum,
Achnatherum brandisii,
Achnatherum bromoides,
Achnatherum calamagrostis,
Achnatherum confusum,
Achnatherum inebrians,
Achnatherum jacquemontii,
Achnatherum virescens,
Achnatherum paradoxum,
Achnatherum nakaii,
Achnatherum pelliotii,
Achnatherum haussknechtii,
Achnatherum mandavillei,
Achnatherum pilosum,
Achnatherum parviflorum,
Achnatherum staintonii,
Aciachne acicularis,
Aciachne flagellifera,
Aciachne pulvinata,
Acidosasa breviclavata,
Acidosasa brilletii,
Acidosasa chinensis,
Acidosasa edulis,
Acidosasa glauca,
Acidosasa guangxiensis,
Acidosasa lingchuanensis,
Acidosasa nanunica,
Acidosasa notata,
Acidosasa purpurea,
Acidosasa venusta,
Acidosasa carinata,
Acostia gracilis,
Acrachne henrardiana,
Acrachne perrieri,
Acrachne racemosa,
Acritochaete volkensii,
Acroceras amplectens,
Acroceras attenuatum,
Acroceras boivinii,
Acroceras bosseri,
Acroceras calcicola,
Acroceras chaseae,
Acroceras diffusum,
Acroceras elegans,
Acroceras excavatum,
Acroceras fluminense,
Acroceras gabunense,
References
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:7741-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].