Perennial ryegrass (Lolium perenne)
Perennial ryegrass, also known as English ryegrass, Ray grass
Kentucky bluegrass (Poa pratensis) is a plant species native to Eurasia. It is commonly included in lawn seed mixtures, used for cattle feed, and employed in erosion control. Additionally, it is prized for creating durable turf on golf courses. However, in regions where it is introduced, Kentucky bluegrass is often regarded as an invasive species.
Key Facts About Perennial ryegrass
Attributes of Perennial ryegrass
Lifespan
Perennial, Annual
Plant Type
Grass
Plant Height
30 cm to 90 cm
Spread
10 cm
Leaf Color
Green
Flower Size
5 mm to 8 mm
Flower Color
Green
Scientific Classification of Perennial ryegrass
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Monocotyledons
Order
Poales
Family
Grass
Genus
Ryegrasses
Species
Perennial ryegrass
Toxicity
Ingestion of infected plant parts