Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Poaceae

Genus:

Tribolium

Species:

Tribolium curvum

USDA Symbol:

KACU2

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Graminoid

Height:

30 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

sep,oct,nov

Garden & Ecology Notes

Fire Ecology:

Fire adapted — tolerates or benefits from fire

Fire Notes:

As a South African grass from fire-prone fynbos and renosterveld habitats, it likely resprouts from the base after fire.

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, well-drained, low-nutrient soil

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to arid regions, prefers open, sunny areas