
Tall Fescue (Lolium arundinaceum)
Tall Fescue, also known as Kentucky Fescue
**Tall Fescue (Lolium arundinaceum)** is a perennial grass that typically reaches heights of 61 to 122 cm. It is often deemed invasive due to its disruptive impact on woodlands, savannas, and grasslands. Originating from Eurasia, it was introduced to North America by early settlers for the purpose of grazing livestock.
Key Facts About Tall Fescue
Attributes of Tall Fescue
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Grass
Plant Height
80 cm to 1 m
Spread
N/A
Leaf Color
Green
Flower Size
20 cm to 30 cm
Flower Color
Green Yellow
Scientific Classification of Tall Fescue
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Monocotyledons
Order
Poales
Family
Grass
Genus
Ryegrasses
Species
Tall Fescue
Toxicity
Ingestion