What is another word for foxtail barley?

Pronunciation: [fˈɒkste͡ɪl bˈɑːlɪ] (IPA)

Foxtail barley is a common name for Hordeum jubatum, a species of barley native to North America and Eurasia. It is also known by a variety of other names, including squirreltail barley, wild barley, and nodding barley. The plant is typically found in open fields, along roadsides, and in disturbed areas. Foxtail barley derives its name from the long, nodding seedheads that resemble a fox's tail. The plant is often considered a weed due to its aggressive growth and ability to outcompete other plants. Foxtail barley is sometimes confused with other grasses, such as quackgrass and cheatgrass, which can be difficult to control.

Synonyms for Foxtail barley:

What are the hypernyms for Foxtail barley?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    grass, cereal grain, grain crop.

What are the hyponyms for Foxtail barley?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.
  • hyponyms for foxtail barley (as nouns)

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