Phalaris paradoxa is a species of grass in genus Phalaris. Common names include awned canary-grass and hood canarygrass. The spikelets are very different from those of other members of this genus. The spikelet glumes each have a hook. It is native to Africa, Asia, and Europe, and it has been introduced widely. Its distribution within the United States includes Arizona, California, Hawaii, Louisiana, Maryland, New Jersey, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Washington. References External links USDA Plants Profile: Phalaris paradoxa Image: Phalaris paradoxa flowers Jepson Manual Treatment paradoxa Flora of Western Asia Flora of Malta