Chrysopogon argutus

Chrysopogon argutus

Native to:
Madagascar | Mauritius | Rodrigues

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Poaceae
Genus:
Chrysopogon
Species:
Chrysopogon argutus

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
120 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
jul,aug,sep,oct

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
birds, small mammals
Deer Resistant:
Yes
Fall Color:
bronze, tan
Fire Ecology:
Fire adapted — tolerates or benefits from fire
Fire Notes:
Resprouts vigorously from crown and roots after fire. Common in fire-maintained grasslands and savannas.

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
None required
Germination Time:
7–21 days
Notes:
Seeds germinate readily with adequate moisture and warmth. Light may enhance germination.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI