barnyardgrass

Echinochloa crus-galli

barnyardgrass/ watergrass
Barnyardgrass or watergrass
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barnyardgrass/ watergrass

Weed Characteristics

Other names: cockspur, Japanese millet, watergrass, barnyard grass, large barnyard grass, cockspur grass, panic-grass, summergrass
Leaf type: Grassy
Flowers: Dense panicle

Plants have a spreading, flattened base with maroon coloration, thick stems and smooth leaves. May grow up to 5 ft tall. Seedheads may be green to purple and more than 1 ft. in length.