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Indiangrass (Sorghastrum nutans)

Indiangrass (Sorghastrum nutans) is a tall, warm-season perennial grass native to North America, known for its attractive golden-brown seed heads.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun for optimal growth and flowering.

Watering

Water regularly until established, then drought tolerant.

Soil

Tolerates a wide range of soils, prefers well-drained.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures during the growing season.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Low fertilizer needs; a light application in spring if necessary.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun for optimal growth and flowering.

Water

Water regularly until established, then drought tolerant.

Soil

Tolerates a wide range of soils, prefers well-drained.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures during the growing season.

Ideal growing range 18-27°C

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Low fertilizer needs; a light application in spring if necessary.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Grass

Plant Category

Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

1.2-2.4 m

Spread

0.6-0.9 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Deciduous

Leaf Color

Green, Blue-green

Leaf Type

Linear

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Synonyms
Andropogon albescens E.Fourn.
Andropogon avenaceus Michx.
Andropogon confertus Trin. ex E.Fourn.
Andropogon nutans L.
Andropogon rufidulus Steud.
Chalcoelytrum nutans (L.) Lunell
Chrysopogon avenaceus Benth.
Chrysopogon nutans Benth.
Digitaria nutans (L.) Beetle
Holcus nutans (L.) Stuck.
Poranthera nutans (L.) Raf.
Rhaphis nutans (L.) Roberty
Sorghastrum albescens (E.Fourn.) Beetle
Sorghastrum avenaceum (Michx.) Nash
Sorghastrum flexuosum Swallen
Sorghum nutans (L.) A.Gray
Stipa stricta Lam.
Stipa villosa Walter
Trichachne nutans (L.) B.R.Baum
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classLiliopsida
  • orderPoales
  • familyPoaceae
  • genusSorghastrum
  • speciesSorghastrum nutans
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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