One And A Half Flower Reedgrass
Calamagrostis sesquiflora
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Poaceae
- Genus:
- Calamagrostis
- Species:
- Calamagrostis sesquiflora
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Graminoid
- Height:
- 1-2 ft
- Bloom Months:
- jun, jul, aug, sep
- Bloom Colors:
- Green, Purple, Brown
Native Range
United States: Alaska, Oregon, Washington, Canada: British Columbia
Host Plant for Caterpillars
Chequered Skipper (Carterocephalus palaemon)
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- well-drained, sandy or gravelly soil
- pH:
- 5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- prefers open, sunny locations