Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Poaceae

Genus:

Blepharidachne

Species:

Blepharidachne bigelovii

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Graminoid

Height:

6 in - 1 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

jun, jul, aug

Bloom Colors:

White, Green, Brown

Ground Cover:

Yes

Native Range

United States: New Mexico, Texas

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

6.0 - 8.0 (neutral to slightly alkaline)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to very dry

Notes:

native to arid desert regions