Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Poaceae

Genus:

Coleanthus

Species:

Coleanthus subtilis

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Annual

Growth Habit:

Graminoid

Height:

Less than 6 in

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

jul, aug, sep, oct

Bloom Colors:

Green, Brown

Native Range

United States: Oregon, Washington, Canada: British Columbia

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, nutrient-poor, well-drained soil

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

often found in ephemeral wetland habitats