Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Poaceae

Genus:

Achnatherum

Species:

Achnatherum nakaii

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

80 cm

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

jun,jul,aug

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds, small mammals

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Fall Color:

golden tan

Fire Ecology:

Fire adapted — tolerates or benefits from fire

Fire Notes:

As a steppe grass, shows vigorous regrowth from crown after fire disturbance. Adapted to periodic burning in grassland ecosystems.

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days

Germination Time:

14–30 days

Notes:

Seeds germinate readily at temperatures between 15-20°C with adequate light. Surface sow or barely cover.

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