redtop

Redtop is a type of grass belonging to the genus Agrostis. These grasses are characterized by their reddish panicles. One notable species is Agrostis gigantea, also known as redtop, which was introduced to North America during colonial times as a forage and lawn grass. It spreads via rhizomes and features reddish flowers. Another plant called tall redtop (Triodia flava) is a North American grass with purplish panicles. Bentgrasses, including redtop, are part of the larger Poaceae family, which encompasses a vast number of grass species found worldwide.1234