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Point Reyes Bentgrass (Agrostis clivicola var. punta-reyesensis)

Point Reyes bentgrass, scientifically known as Agrostis clivicola var. punta-reyesensis, is a variety of bentgrass found in specific locations within California.

Considerations for Pets

• As a grass, bentgrass has the potential to cause mild digestive upset if ingested in large quantities.

Considerations for Children

• As a grass, bentgrass has the potential to cause mild digestive upset if ingested in large quantities.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

• Scientific Name: Agrostis clivicola var. punta-reyesensis
• Common Name: Point Reyes bentgrass
• Family: Poaceae (Grass family)
• Synonyms/Alternative Names: Mentions of other Agrostis species like Agrostis aristiglumis, Agrostis densiflora (California Bentgrass), and Agrostis pallens (Seashore Bent Grass) are included in the document. It's also differentiated from Agrostis blasdalei (Blasdale's bent grass).

Distribution and Habitat

• Point Reyes bentgrass is endemic to the Point Reyes Peninsula in California.
• It can be found in coastal prairie habitats, such as those at Chimney Rock in the Point Reyes National Seashore.
• Also found in stabilized hind-dunes and barren rocky sandstone.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

• Point Reyes bentgrass is described as a graminoid plant.
• It is a perennial plant, meaning it lives for more than two years.
• It's medium in size and greenwhite in color in spring, summer, autumn, winter.
• It's evergreen.

Additional Information

• Accepted Symbol: AGCLP

Resources and Further Information

• British Database of World Flora and Fauna
• ITIS (Integrated Taxonomic Information System): itiswebmaster@itis.gov
• NatureServe
• uBio
• CalPhotos
• PRNSA Field Institute