California Sweetgrass

Anthoxanthum occidentale

California Sweetgrass

Gordon Leppig & Andrea J. Pickart

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Poaceae
Genus:
Anthoxanthum
Species:
Anthoxanthum occidentale

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Graminoid
Height:
3-4 ft
Light Requirements:
Part Shade
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Months:
jan, feb, mar, apr, may
Bloom Colors:
Not Applicable

Native Range

United States: California, Oregon, Washington

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
well-drained, sandy or loamy soil
pH:
5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
prefers open, grassy areas