Tall Windmill Grass
Stapfochloa elata
- Native to:
- Argentina, Bahamas, Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Guyana, Haiti, Jamaica, Leeward Is., Mexico, Paraguay, Uruguay, Venezuela, Virgin Islands
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Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Poaceae
- Genus:
- Stapfochloa
- Species:
- Stapfochloa elata
- USDA Symbol:
- CHEL3
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Graminoid
- Height:
- 150 cm
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- High
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Wildlife Value:
- birds, small mammals
- Salt Tolerant:
- Yes
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
- pH:
- 6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- native to arid and semi-arid regions