Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Poaceae

Genus:

Festuca

Species:

Festuca molokaiensis

USDA Symbol:

FEMO

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Graminoid

Height:

60 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rocky, well-drained volcanic soil

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

endemic to Hawaiian Islands, prefers volcanic substrates