Setaria Viridis (Noun)
Meaning
European foxtail naturalized in North America; often a troublesome weed.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Setaria viridis, commonly known as European foxtail or green foxtail, is an annual grassy weed native to Europe and Western Asia that has been naturalized in North America.
- In the Midwest United States, setaria viridis has become a widespread invasive species that causes problems for local farmers and gardeners.
- This weedy grass can be recognized by its drooping flower spikelets and seedheads that turn a distinctive purple color when mature, as seen in setaria viridis.
- Due to its adaptability to a wide range of soil conditions and temperatures, setaria viridis can be a particularly troublesome weed to control in many regions of North America.
- Effective control methods for setaria viridis typically involve a combination of manual removal and herbicide application to prevent re-growth and re-infestation.