Calamagrostis alba

Cinnagrostis alba

Native to:
Argentina, Brazil, Peru, Uruguay

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Poaceae
Genus:
Cinnagrostis
Species:
Cinnagrostis alba
USDA Symbol:
CAAL33

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Graminoid
Height:
150 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Low

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rich, well-drained loamy soil
pH:
5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
prefers high organic matter content