Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Poaceae

Genus:

Tuctoria

Species:

Tuctoria mucronata

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Annual

Growth Habit:

Graminoid

Height:

Less than 6 in

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

apr, may, jun, jul, aug

Bloom Colors:

Green, Brown

Native Range

United States: California

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

clay, seasonally inundated, nutrient-rich

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

tolerates poor drainage

Moisture:

seasonally wet and dry

Notes:

native to vernal pools, requires seasonal flooding