Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Poaceae

Genus:

Luziola

Species:

Luziola fluitans

USDA Symbol:

LUFL2

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Graminoid

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Ground Cover:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

waterfowl, aquatic invertebrates

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, waterlogged, organic soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

tolerates poor drainage

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

commonly found in shallow freshwater habitats