Canada bluegrass (Poa compressa)
Canada bluegrass, also known as Canadian bluegrass
Canada bluegrass, originally native to Europe, is often found as an introduced species in various regions. Its scientific name, *Poa compressa*, derives from the Greek word "poa," meaning "grass," and "compressa," indicating its distinctive flattened stems.
Key Facts About Canada bluegrass
Attributes of Canada bluegrass
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Grass
Plant Height
10 cm to 61 cm
Spread
Not widely spread, usually in clumps
Leaf Color
Blue-green
Flower Size
5 mm to 1 cm
Flower Color
White Yellow Green Brown
Scientific Classification of Canada bluegrass
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Monocotyledons
Order
Poales
Family
Grass
Genus
Meadow-grasses
Species
Canada bluegrass