Scientific Name
Sorghastrum nutans
Files
Download Seed: The seed of indian grass (57 KB)
Download Seedling: Indian grass seedlings one month after germinating. (105 KB)
Download Vegetative: The firm ligule is 1.5 to 7 mm long. (64 KB)
Download Flowering: A panicle of the inflorescence is 11-27 cm long. (45 KB)
Download Fruiting: Indian grass producing fruit in late September at the research garden near SDSU. (54 KB)
Family Name
Poaceae
Common Name
Indian grass
Horticulture Notes
Seed Collection: Collect seed in Aug.-Sept.
Germination: Spring sow
Vegetative Propagation:
Soils: Tolerates most soil conditions
Light: Full sun
Water: prefers moist areas but will tolerate dry conditions
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