Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Poaceae

Genus:

Orcuttia

Species:

Orcuttia pilosa

USDA Symbol:

ORPI

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Annual

Growth Habit:

Graminoid

Height:

15 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

apr,may,jun,jul,aug

Bloom Colors:

green, purple

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

waterfowl

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

clay, seasonally flooded vernal pools

Drainage:

tolerates poor drainage

Moisture:

seasonally inundated

Notes:

native to vernal pools in California