Sporobolus cryptandrus

Sand Dropseed

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As the name implies, this grass most commonly occurs on sandy sites, but is also found on our prairies and meadows. Its inflorescence is wide at the base and narrows to a point. It also has an obvious ring of hairs at the base of the leaf blade. The grain is reddish orange, oblong and flat.Sand Dropseed has a distinguishing "flag leaf" located at a right angle to the stem. It blooms between May and November. Sand Dropseed has fair economic value for livestock and poor for wildlife.

Additional Information:

Height -4 Feet

Spread 20-30 Inches

USDA Hardiness Zone 4-5

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