Definition

Noun: * A species of perennial grass, Agrostis alba (also known as Agrostis stolonifera or creeping bentgrass), characterized by its slender form and ability to thrive in shaded areas. It is native to Europe but has been introduced and cultivated in regions like northeastern America and temperate Asia.

Usage

• The term "Agrostis alba" is used in formal, scientific, or botanical contexts to specifically identify this species of grass. It is not typically used in everyday conversation.
• Example: "The golf course's putting greens are planted with for its fine texture and tolerance for close mowing."

Advanced Usage

• In ecological studies, "Agrostis alba" may be discussed for its role as a colonizing species or its potential invasiveness in non-native habitats.
• Example: "The spread of in the coastal meadow is altering the native plant community structure."

Variants and Related Words

• Creeping bentgrass: The common name for /, referring to its growth habit of spreading by stolons (above-ground runners).
• Agrostis: The genus name, which includes many other bentgrass species.
• Bentgrass: A general term for grasses in the genus.

Synonyms

• Creeping bent (common name)
• Agrostis stolonifera (current, more accepted scientific synonym)
• Fiorin (an older, regional common name)

Different Meanings

• As a scientific binomial (), it refers exclusively to this specific grass species. It does not have other general or metaphorical meanings in the English language.

Noun

1. slender European grass of shady places; grown also in northeastern America and temperate Asia