Definition

Noun: 1. A type of grass: A perennial grass species (Festuca pratensis, also known as Schedonorus pratensis) characterized by wide, flat leaves. It is cultivated in Europe and America primarily for use in permanent pastures, for hay production, and as a component in lawns.

Usage

• Meadow fescue is valued for its durability and nutritional value for grazing animals.
• This grass is often included in seed mixtures for pastures and turf.

Examples

• The farmer planted a field of meadow fescue to improve the quality of his hay.
• Compared to other grasses, meadow fescue establishes quickly and is tolerant of wet conditions.
• Many cool-season lawn blends contain meadow fescue for its dense growth.

Advanced Usage

• In botanical and agricultural contexts, meadow fescue is distinguished from other fescue grasses (like tall fescue) by its specific leaf morphology and growth habits.

Variants and Related Words

• Festuca pratensis: The scientific (Latin) name for meadow fescue.
• Schedonorus pratensis: An alternative scientific name used in some taxonomic classifications.
• Fescue: The general common name for grasses of the genus , which includes many species.

Synonyms

• English bluegrass (This is a less common and potentially regional synonym; the more common "Kentucky bluegrass" is a different species, ).

Notes

• Meadow fescue is a compound noun that functions as a single unit to name this specific plant. It should not be confused with a general "meadow" containing any type of "fescue."

Noun

1. grass with wide flat leaves cultivated in Europe and America for permanent pasture and hay and for lawns