Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Poaceae

Genus:

Piptochaetium

Species:

Piptochaetium avenacioides

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Graminoid

Height:

4-6 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

mar, apr, may, jun, jul, aug, sep, oct

Bloom Colors:

Green, Purple, Brown

Native Range

United States: Florida

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

well-drained, sandy or rocky soil

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate