Multiflower False Rhodes Grass
Leptochloa pluriflora
- Native to:
- Argentina, Bolivia, Colombia, Cuba, Ecuador, Guam, Guatemala, Mexico, Paraguay, Peru, United States, Venezuela
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Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Poaceae
- Genus:
- Leptochloa
- Species:
- Leptochloa pluriflora
- USDA Symbol:
- TRPL3
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Graminoid
- Height:
- 100 cm
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- High
Wildlife Benefits
- Caterpillars:
- ★☆☆☆☆ Recorded caterpillar host plant (HOSTS Database)
Host Plant for Caterpillars
Small Mocis Moth (Mocis latipes)
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Salt Tolerant:
- Yes
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- moist, well-drained sandy loam
- pH:
- 6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- good drainage required
- Moisture:
- consistently moist
- Notes:
- prefers wetland or riparian areas