Nineawn Pappusgrass

Enneapogon desvauxii

Nineawn Pappusgrass

Hitchcock, A.S. (rev. A. Chase).

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Poaceae
Genus:
Enneapogon
Species:
Enneapogon desvauxii

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Graminoid
Height:
1-2 ft
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Months:
mar, apr, may, jun, jul, aug
Ground Cover:
Yes

Native Range

United States: Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Maryland, New Mexico, Nevada, Oklahoma, Texas, Utah

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
pH:
6.0 - 8.0 (neutral to slightly alkaline)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
commonly found in arid and semi-arid regions

Germination Information

Pre-treatment: None required

Establishment: The Allium geyeri can be found throughout North America; from prairies to mid elevations in the mountains. The propagation protocol does not provide specific details on germination rate, temperature, or time range.

Source: npn.rngr.net