Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Poaceae

Genus:

Bouteloua

Species:

Bouteloua eriopoda

USDA Symbol:

BOER4

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Graminoid

Height:

50 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

jun,jul,aug,sep

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds, small mammals

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Fire Ecology:

Fire adapted — tolerates or benefits from fire

Fire Notes:

Resprouts vigorously from crown after fire. Fire removes accumulated thatch and stimulates new growth, though excessive fire frequency can reduce plant vigor.

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

6.5 - 8.0 (neutral to slightly alkaline)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

thrives in arid desert environments

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Germination Time:

7–21 days

Notes:

Germination improved with warm temperatures (25-30°C) and light. Fresh seed germinates better than aged seed.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI