Obovate Beakgrain
Diarrhena obovata
- Native to:
- Canada, United States, Virgin Islands
iNaturalist: © adl3r3 (iNaturalist #249662474)
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Poaceae
- Genus:
- Diarrhena
- Species:
- Diarrhena obovata
- USDA Symbol:
- DIOB3
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Graminoid
- Height:
- 120 cm
- Light Requirements:
- Part Shade
- Drought Tolerance:
- Low
Wildlife Benefits
- Caterpillars:
- ★☆☆☆☆ Recorded caterpillar host plant (HOSTS Database)
Host Plant for Caterpillars
Elachista hiberna
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- rich, well-drained loamy soil
- pH:
- 5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- tolerates poor drainage
- Moisture:
- consistently moist
Where to Buy
Nationwide Seller
- Prairie Moon Nursery (nursery and seeds)