yellow foxtail (Setaria pumila)
Yellow Foxtail (Setaria pumila) is a common annual grassy weed found in lawns, gardens, and agricultural fields. It is known for its bristly, foxtail-like seed heads and
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Sunlight
Requires full sun for optimal growth.
Watering
Moderate, drought tolerant once established.
Soil
Highly adaptable to various soil types, including poor soils, but prefers well-drained loams.
Temperature
Thrives in warm temperatures, highly heat tolerant.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Not required; fertilization can promote its growth as a weed.
Care Requirements
Requires full sun for optimal growth.
Moderate, drought tolerant once established.
Highly adaptable to various soil types, including poor soils, but prefers well-drained loams.
Thrives in warm temperatures, highly heat tolerant.
Outdoor
Not required; fertilization can promote its growth as a weed.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb, Grass
Plant Category
Flowering
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Annuals
Plant Height
0.3-1.5 m
Spread
0.3-0.6 m
Growth Rate
Fast
Dormancy
Winter
Leaf Color
Green, Yellow-green
Leaf Type
Linear
Flower Size
5-15 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
75000
Weed Status
Yes
Image Gallery
- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classLiliopsida
- orderPoales
- familyPoaceae
- genusSetaria
- speciesSetaria pumila
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
Rating: 0/5
Edible
No
Generally considered non-toxic to humans and pets. Ingesting large quantities may cause mild digestive upset or mechanical irritation due to the plant's silica content.