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Meadow Foxtail

Alopecurus pratensis

Grasses & Sedges

Dark green grass in a white circle with a coral border
Grasses & Sedges
Family:
Poaceae
Origin:
Native
Habitat:
Meadows, Grassland
Close up of Meadow Foxtail growing on the edge of a field
Close up of Meadow Foxtail with its purple flowers
Close up of a single branch of Meadow Foxtail

When to See Me

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Meadow Foxtail growing on the edge of a field
How to Identify Me
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Where to Find Me
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Close up of Meadow Foxtail late in the season as the small flowers start to turn brown
Learn More
RHS Species Guide
Woodland Trust Website

Meadow Foxtail

Alopecurus pratensis

Close up of Meadow Foxtail growing on the edge of a field
Close up of Meadow Foxtail with its purple flowers
Close up of a single branch of Meadow Foxtail

Grasses & Sedges

Dark green grass in a white circle with a coral border
Grasses & Sedges
Family:
Poaceae
Origin:
Native
Habitat:
Meadows, Grassland