Plant · GBIF taxon 6109637
Bermuda grass
Cynodon dactylonAlso known as Couch Grass, Bahama Grass, Devil's Grass, Scutch Grass
Bermuda grass is a tough, low-growing perennial that spreads aggressively through creeping above-ground stolons and deep subterranean rhizomes. Its remarkable heat, drought, and heavy foot-traffic tolerance makes it a dominant choice for warm-climate lawns, pastures, and sports fields worldwide. In gardens and croplands, these same vigor traits transform it into a persistent and difficult-to-eradicate weed.
Warm-seasonTurfgrassPerennial
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Least ConcernConservation statusIUCN Red List categoriesLCNTVUENCREWEXLeast ConcernRed List categories, explained →
Diet & prey
- Sunlight
- Nitrogen
- Water
Predators
- Cattle
- Lawn Armyworms
- Horses
ThreatsHerbicide resistance, aggressive invasion into natural habitats
HabitatsLawns, pastures, disturbed ground, roadsides, agricultural fields
Life spanPerennial
Size / weightNot available
Classification
- OrderPoales
- FamilyPoaceae
- GenusCynodon
- SpeciesCynodon dactylon
Range data is not available yet.
Interaction riskLow
- Low
- Moderate
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- Very high
- Why interaction risk is low
- Wind-borne pollen is a common seasonal allergen; safe to observe at a normal distance.
Responsible observation
- Identification: Look for finger-like seed spikes radiating from a single tip and rooting stolon runners.
- Lawn Care: Mow low to maintain density and prevent seed head production during the growing season.
- Control Strategy: Install deep subterranean landscape edging to block creeping underground rhizomes.
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