Oregon bent grass facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Oregon bent grass
Scientific classification
Genus:	Agrostis
Species:	oregonensis

Oregon bent grass (scientific name: Agrostis oregonensis) is a type of grass. It is native to western North America. You can find it growing from Alaska down to California and as far east as Wyoming. This grass grows in many different kinds of natural places.

What is Oregon Bent Grass?

Oregon bent grass is a special kind of grass. It is a perennial bunchgrass. This means it lives for many years, not just one season. It also grows in clumps or bunches, rather than spreading out everywhere. This grass can grow quite tall, reaching up to 75 centimeters (about 30 inches) high. Its leaves are flat and can be as long as 30 centimeters (about 12 inches).

Where Does It Grow?

This grass is found naturally across a large part of western North America. Its home range stretches from the cool lands of Alaska in the north. It goes south through Canada and the United States to California. You can also find it inland in states like Wyoming. It likes to grow in many different kinds of habitats, adapting to its surroundings.

How Does It Look Up Close?

The part of the grass that holds the flowers and seeds is called the inflorescence. For Oregon bent grass, this part looks like a wide, open spray of very thin, delicate branches. These branches hold tiny clusters of flowers and seeds. Each of these small clusters, called spikelets, is only a few millimeters long. They are very small and light, making the whole plant look wispy.