Piptatherum paradoum

Achnatherum paradoxum

Native to:
Algeria, France, Morocco, Portugal, Spain, Tunisia

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Poaceae
Genus:
Achnatherum
Species:
Achnatherum paradoxum
USDA Symbol:
PIPA14

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Graminoid
Height:
120 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
High

Garden & Ecology Notes

Fire Ecology:
Fire adapted — tolerates or benefits from fire
Fire Notes:
Achnatherum paradoxum is a bunchgrass that can resprout after fire; fire may reduce litter and promote seedling establishment.

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
well-drained, sandy or gravelly soil
pH:
6.0 - 8.0 (neutral to slightly alkaline)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
native to arid and semi-arid regions