Muhly

Muhlenbergia macroura

Muhly

Juan Cruzado Cortés

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Poaceae
Genus:
Muhlenbergia
Species:
Muhlenbergia macroura

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Graminoid
Height:
3-4 ft
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Months:
jun, jul, aug, sep, oct, nov
Bloom Colors:
brown

Reported Fauna Sightings

Butterflies:Cestus Skipper (Atrytonopsis cestus)

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
well-drained, sandy or rocky soil
pH:
6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
native to open, arid regions