Large Crabgrass (Noun)
Meaning
A European forage grass grown for hay; a naturalized weed in United States.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Large crabgrass has become a troublesome weed in many lawns across North America, despite being originally introduced as a forage grass from Europe.
- The farmer had to contend with an infestation of large crabgrass in his normally productive alfalfa fields, requiring additional weed control measures.
- In an effort to increase yields, many American farmers now deliberately cultivate large crabgrass, integrating it into their existing crop rotations.
- Unlike other varieties, large crabgrass is well-suited for growth in the arid climate of the southern United States, where it can often outcompete native vegetation.
- While some farmers consider it an invasive pest, others view large crabgrass as a valuable, yet underappreciated resource for producing high-quality hay and silage.