This is a small common grass throughout the British Isles but there are several very similar looking subspecies. A tufted plant with thin leaves it is common on acid soils and in upland areas particularly. It is however very tolerant of a wide range of soil pH and will grow on very alkaline soils. It isn't isn't usually used as a lawn grass but in very dry conditions can be useful.

F. ovina is found throughout the British Isles and Ireland.

Near Peghorn Lodge, Teesdale 21st June 2005

Added on October 30th 2005, updated 15th January 2009, updated 31st March 2010