Common Darnel

Lolium perenne is a grass species that belongs to the Poaceae family. It is native to Europe, Asia, and northern Africa, but has been introduced and naturalised in many regions worldwide. The species is known by several common names, including perennial ryegrass, English ryegrass, and winter ryegrass. It is found in a wide range of locations, including Greenland, Newfoundland, and various Canadian provinces, as well as in the Açores, Madeira, and other regions. The species was first described in 1753 by L. and has since been the subject of botanical study and discussion.