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Yorkshire fog

Holcus lanatus

Taxonomy

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

About

Holcus lanatus is a perennial grass. The specific epithet lanatus is Latin for 'woolly' which describes the plant's hairy texture. Common names include Yorkshire fog, tufted grass, and meadow soft grass. In North America, where it is an invasive species, names include velvet grass and common velvet grass.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Yorkshire fog?
The scientific name of Yorkshire fog is Holcus lanatus.
What is the conservation status of Yorkshire fog?
The Yorkshire fog has a conservation status of Not Evaluated.
What kingdom does Yorkshire fog belong to?
Yorkshire fog belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Yorkshire fog belong to?
Yorkshire fog belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Yorkshire fog belong to?
Yorkshire fog belongs to the class Liliopsida.
What order does Yorkshire fog belong to?
Yorkshire fog belongs to the order Poales.
What family does Yorkshire fog belong to?
Yorkshire fog belongs to the family Poaceae.
What genus does Yorkshire fog belong to?
Yorkshire fog belongs to the genus Holcus.