Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Poaceae

Genus:

Isachne

Species:

Isachne distichophylla

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Graminoid

Height:

3-4 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

jan, feb, mar, apr, may, jun, jul, aug, sep, oct, nov, dec

Bloom Colors:

Green, Purple, Brown

Native Range

United States: Hawaii

Host Plant for Caterpillars

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

moist, nutrient-rich, well-drained soil

Drainage:

tolerates poor drainage

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

commonly found in wetland areas