Phleum pratense Timothy (Gramineae)

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Phleum pratense
Timothy
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The Phleum pratense plant species is found in Britain. It is a member of the Gramineae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Timothy.

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Latin Name:  Phleum pratense
Common Name:  Timothy
Family:  Gramineae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  1   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Common in meadows throughout Britain, though rare in the north[17].

Cultivation Notes: Succeeds in a sunny position in any ordinary soil[200]. This species is often sown as a hay grass[17]. It is a common cause of hayfever[257]. An attractive addition to the wild flower madow, the infloresence dries and dyes well so is used in dried flower displays[200].

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