Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Poaceae

Genus:

Cinnagrostis

Species:

Cinnagrostis violacea var. puberula

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

60 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

jun,jul,aug

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds, small mammals

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Fall Color:

tan, golden

Fire Ecology:

Fire adapted — tolerates or benefits from fire

Fire Notes:

Tolerates periodic fire common in montane ecosystems; resprouts from basal crown after burning.

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days

Germination Time:

14–30 days

Notes:

Light may enhance germination. Seeds benefit from cool temperatures during stratification.

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