Taxonomy
Alopecurus pratensis | Meadow Foxtail | Fiteog léana
Distribution
Status
Conservation status
Not protected
Native status
Native
Species Biology
Habitat
Meadows and pastures
Life cycle
Perennial
Ex-situ conservation
Seed accessions in the National Genebank, Backweston (wild seed collected in 2010). Living collection in the National Botanic Garden.
Use
Forage crop
Vegetative nature
Herbaceous
Distribution
World distribution(GBIF)
Temporal change
Records submitted to Data Centre in 2024
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Further information
Many forms of this species occur in the wild. Some yield broad, succulent leaves, particualrly those from old native grasslands. These are particularly useful to farmers as they are nutritious and palatable to stock.