
indiangrass
large grass forming vertical clumps of blue-green foliage — magnificent, plume-like seed heads emerge in summer with golden-bronze hues


plant details
indiangrass
identification
latin name: Sorghastrum nutans
usda code: SONU2
alternative name(s): Yellow Indiangrass
classification
ecotopes class: bunch grasses
ecological condition(s): sunny edge – desert bajada – shady woodland – creekside – prairie pocket – escarpment
size range: medium – 2+ ft
habit: grass
leaf retention: deciduous
light requirement: full sun – part-shade
native range
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