Festuca argentina
| Festuca argentina | |
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| Scientific classification | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Monocots |
| Clade: | Commelinids |
| Order: | Poales |
| Family: | Poaceae |
| Subfamily: | Pooideae |
| Genus: | Festuca |
| Species: | F. argentina
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| Binomial name | |
| Festuca argentina Speg
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Festuca argentina is a species of grass and a perennial herb; this species has a self-supporting growth form. This species is endemic to Argentina.[2] This species often thrives in mountain slopes. This species was first described in 1935.[3]
Characteristics
Festuca argentina can grow up to 28 centimetres, and has simple but broad leaves.[2] This species can clump to a meter high with a long growth period. This species is poisonous to cattle and goats as when consumed; it causes a condition called huaicú disease, which can interrupt the reproductive system among cattle. This often happens when overgrazing occurs. Due to its appearance, it can stand out amongst many grasses.
References
- ^ "Gbif - Festuca argentina". Gbif. Retrieved 2022-08-23.
- ^ a b "Eol - Festuca argentina". Eol. Retrieved 2022-08-23.
- ^ "Festuca argentina (Speg.) Parodi". POWO. Retrieved 10 May 2023.