Chinese needlegrass

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Achnatherum pekinense

Chinese needlegrass, a reference photo
Photo: Stickpen · Public domain

Achnatherum pekinense (Chinese: 京芒草) is a species of flowering plant in the family Poaceae which is endemic to China where it can be found on elevation of 300–3,600 metres (980–11,810 ft) and was introduced to Japan and Korea as well.

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Is it poisonous?

We have no record of Chinese needlegrass being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.

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Classification

Kingdom
Plantae
Phylum
Tracheophyta
Class
Liliopsida
Order
Poales
Family
Poaceae
Species
Achnatherum pekinense

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