bent grass

Any of the annual or perennial grasses that make up the genus , in the family Poaceae, found in temperate and cool regions and at high altitudes in subtropical and tropical areas. At least 40 species are found in the U.S.; some are weeds, others forage and turf plants. They have slender stems and flat blades. Many spread by creeping stolons. Redtop () is a hay and pasture grass. Creeping bent ( variety ) and colonial bent () are popular lawn grasses; the many strains of both species are planted in golf courses and bowling greens, where they are closely cut to develop a fine, spongy, firm turf.

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