Sorghastrum secundum
| Sorghastrum secundum | |
|---|---|
| Scientific classification | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| (unranked): | Angiosperms |
| (unranked): | Monocots |
| (unranked): | Commelinids |
| 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.[1] It is native to the southeastern United States.[2]
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.[3]
This plant provides forage for livestock. It grows best on well-drained soils.[3]
References
- ↑ "Sorghastrum secundum". Natural Resources Conservation Service PLANTS Database. USDA. Retrieved 24 November 2015.
- ↑ Sorghastrum secundum. NatureServe.
- 1 2 Sorghastrum secundum. USDA NRCS Plant Fact Sheet.
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