Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Poaceae

Genus:

Chrysopogon

Species:

Chrysopogon polyphyllus

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

120 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

aug,sep,oct

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds, small mammals

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Fall Color:

tan, golden brown

Fire Ecology:

Fire adapted — tolerates or benefits from fire

Fire Notes:

Typical of tropical grasses, this species resprouts vigorously from crown after fire or cutting. Fire maintains grassland habitat where this species thrives.