agropyron repens

noun

Meaning

A perennial grass species known for its aggressive, spreading underground rhizomes that make it a common and difficult-to-control weed in gardens and agricultural fields.

Examples

  • The dense root system of Agropyron repens can quickly overtake a flower bed if left unchecked.
  • Farmers often use specialized herbicides to manage infestations of Agropyron repens in their wheat crops.

Synonyms: couch grass, quackgrass, twitch grass, dog grass