Pacific Island Thintail
Lepturus repens
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Poaceae
- Genus:
- Lepturus
- Species:
- Lepturus repens
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Graminoid
- Height:
- 2-3 ft
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- Medium
- Bloom Months:
- jan, feb, mar, apr, may, jun, jul, aug, sep, oct, nov, dec
- Bloom Colors:
- Green, Brown
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- sandy, saline, well-drained soil
- pH:
- 6.0 - 8.0 (neutral to slightly alkaline)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- commonly found in coastal regions
Germination Information
Pre-treatment: Seeds are soaked overnight in water. Seeds should be cleaned before they are sown.
Establishment: This plant is indigenous to Hawai'i and commonly occurs on coastal sands above the high-water mark. It is often the most abundant grass on rocky and sandy shores of atolls and high islands throughout the region.
Source: npn.rngr.net