Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Poaceae

Genus:

Eragrostis

Species:

Eragrostis mauiensis

USDA Symbol:

ERMA

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Graminoid

Height:

60 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Fire Ecology:

Fire adapted — tolerates or benefits from fire

Fire Notes:

As a bunchgrass, likely resprouts from base following fire. Typical of Eragrostis fire ecology.

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, well-drained volcanic soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to Hawaiian dry forests and grasslands

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Germination Time:

7–21 days

Notes:

Seeds typically germinate readily with warmth and moisture. Light may enhance germination.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI