Family: Poaceae
northern drop-seed, more..., prairie drop-seed
[Vilfa heterolepis A.Gray]
Etymology: Sporobolus: Greek spora for "seed" and ballein for "to cast forth" referring to dropping seeds at maturity Plants: perennial, 2'-4' tall grass Flowers: blooms Aug.-Sept. Habitat: full sun; dry to moderate moisture; prairies; in sandy, loamy soil Conservation Status: Native
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