Spreading Sprangletop

Dinebra divaricatissima

Native to:
Australia

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Poaceae
Genus:
Dinebra
Species:
Dinebra divaricatissima
USDA Symbol:
LEDI29

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Graminoid
Height:
60 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Months:
jul,aug,sep,oct

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
birds
Deer Resistant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
None required
Germination Time:
7–21 days
Notes:
Warm season annual grass; germinates readily with warm temperatures and moisture.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI