Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Poaceae

Genus:

Sporobolus

Species:

Sporobolus niliacus

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Annual

Growth Habit:

Graminoid

Bloom Months:

may

Native Range

United States: California, Idaho

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to arid regions, prefers open habitats