Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Poaceae

Genus:

Eragrostis

Species:

Eragrostis mexicana

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Annual

Growth Habit:

Graminoid

Height:

4-6 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

may, jun, jul, aug, sep

Bloom Colors:

Green, Purple, Brown

Native Range

United States: Arizona, California, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Iowa, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, North Dakota, New Mexico, Nevada, Oregon, South Carolina, Texas, Utah, Washington, Wisconsin, Canada: British Columbia, Ontario

Host Plant for Caterpillars

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

well-drained, sandy or loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

commonly found in disturbed areas and grasslands