- Nassella trichotoma
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Nassella trichotoma 
Nassella trichotoma Scientific classification Kingdom: Plantae (unranked): Angiosperms (unranked): Monocots (unranked): Commelinids Order: Poales Family: Poaceae Genus: Nassella Species: N. trichotoma Binomial name Nassella trichotoma
(Hackel ex Arech.)Nassella trichotoma (serrated tussock) is a type of bunchgrass plant, native in Argentina, Uruguay, Chile, and Peru.
It is considered a weed of national significance in Australia, reducing the productivity of pasture and creating a fire hazard. In many states, landowners are required by law to keep their land free of this plant.
References
- Weeds Australia - Weed Identification - Serrated Tussock
- Invasive Species - serrated tussock grass. Cyperales > Poaceae > Nassella trichotoma Hackel ex Arech.
External links
- Weeds Australia - Weeds of National Significance - Serrated Tussock
- Victorian Serrated Tussock Working Party
- Victorian Serrated Tussock Working Party - History]
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