Orchard grass (Dactylis glomerata)
Orchard grass, also known as Ascherson's orchard grass, Cat grass
Orchard grass, scientifically known as *Dactylis glomerata*, originated in Eurasia and was brought to North America in the 18th century for use as forage. It's now common in the U.S., Australia, and New Zealand. It's also popularly called "cat grass" due to cats' fondness for chewing on it.
Key Facts About Orchard grass
Attributes of Orchard grass
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Grass
Plant Height
20 cm to 1.4 m
Spread
30 cm
Leaf Color
Green Blue
Flower Size
4 cm to 20 cm
Flower Color
Green
Scientific Classification of Orchard grass
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Monocotyledons
Order
Poales
Family
Grass
Genus
Cock's-foot
Species
Orchard grass