Sorghastrum secundum
| Sorghastrum secundum | |
|---|---|
| Conservation status | |
| Scientific classification | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Division: | Magnoliophyta |
| Class: | Commelinidae |
| Order: | Poales |
| Family: | Poaceae |
| Genus: | Sorghastrum |
| Species: | S. secundum |
| Binomial name | |
| Sorghastrum secundum (Elliott) Nash | |
Sorghastrum secundum is a species of grass known by the common name lopsided Indiangrass. It is native to the southeastern United States.[1]
This species is a perennial bunchgrass growing up to 6 feet tall. The flat leaf blades are up to 24 inches long. The ligule is pointed. The inflorescence is one-sided.[2]
This plant provides forage for livestock. It grows best on well-drained soils.[2]
References
- ↑ Sorghastrum secundum. NatureServe.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Sorghastrum secundum. USDA NRCS Plant Fact Sheet.