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Family: Poaceae   Grass Family
Plant group comprising one of the largest families of flowering plants. Formerly referred to as Graminae.

Genus: Panicum   Panicgrass
Tribe Paniceae.

Scientific Name: Panicum virgatum L.
Common Name(s): Switchgrass, Praire Switchgrass, Tall Panic Grass
Growth Type: perennial
Species Description:


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Caption: Large patch of switchgrass.

ID: Hrb-PANVI-002
Source: 35mm slide (photo)
Credit:
Keyword(s): mature
Caption: Mature switchgrass plants with open panicle inflorescence.

ID: Hrb-PANVI-001
Source: 35mm slide (photo)
Credit:
Keyword(s): inflorescense, mature