Cynodon dactylon (L.) Pers.

Ligule of hairs. Rhachilla produced beyond the lemma. Leaves distichous; blades 2–5 cm long. Inflorescence branches 2–5 cm long, turning reddish or purplish-brown after flowering. Widespread. Common lawn grass; weed; pastures. Possibly introd. Fl. spring–summer. Common Couch or Bermuda Grass