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Common Oat

Avena sativa

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Liliopsida ›Order: Poales ›Family: Poaceae ›Genus: Avena

About

The oat (Avena sativa), sometimes called the common oat, is a species of cereal grain grown for its seed, which is known by the same name (usually in the plural, unlike other cereals and pseudocereals). While oats are suitable for human consumption as oatmeal and rolled oats, one of the most common uses is as livestock feed. Oats are a nutrient-rich food associated with lower blood cholesterol when consumed regularly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Common Oat?
The scientific name of Common Oat is Avena sativa.
What is the conservation status of Common Oat?
The Common Oat has a conservation status of NE.
What kingdom does Common Oat belong to?
Common Oat belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Common Oat belong to?
Common Oat belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Common Oat belong to?
Common Oat belongs to the class Liliopsida.
What order does Common Oat belong to?
Common Oat belongs to the order Poales.
What family does Common Oat belong to?
Common Oat belongs to the family Poaceae.
What genus does Common Oat belong to?
Common Oat belongs to the genus Avena.