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Alopecurus geniculatus

marsh foxtail

Other common names
elbowit grass
cynffonwellt elinog
Botanical details
Family
Poaceae
Native to GB / Ireland
No
Genus

Alopecurus

Genus description

Alopecurus can be annual or perennial grasses, forming a clump of linear leaves, with erect stems bearing dense, spike-like panicles of small flowers in late spring and summer

Name status

Correct

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