Timothy, or Herd's-grass, a grass that is grown as a hay crop. Timothy is one of the most important grasses produced for hay in the United States.
WHAT'S INSIDE: BOTANY
Botany is a branch of biology focused on the study of plant life. Learn about the science of botany in this section.
- Flowering Plants, Shrubs and Trees
- Fruits
- Grasses
- Herbs & Spices
- Legumes
- Nuts
- Vegetables
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Grasses
Grasses are shallow-rooted perennials that have long, narrow leaves with veins running parallel to their length. Grasses, which are often herbs, typically grow in large masses, though some grasses, like bamboo, are large and woody.
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