Canary grass
 Canary grass is a plant Phalaris canariensis belonging to the family Poaceae. Originally a native of the Mediterranean region it is now grown commercially in several parts of the world for birdseed hence the name. This large coarse grass has erect hairless stems usually from 2 to 6 feet (0.6- 1.8 metres) tall. The ligule is prominent and membranous ¼ inch (0.6 cm) long and rounded at the apex.