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California Native Plant

Sporobolus airoides

Alkali Sacaton or Dropseed

Plant photo of: Sporobolus airoides
Information by:         Photographer: Susan Frommer

 

Description

This attractive grass reaches 4' tall and 2' wide. Pink inflorescences which look like wispy flowers, appear in summer and fall. These inflorescences are actually seed heads that attract birds; cattle and horses will eat them too! Leaves are long, thin and gray green; will curl if it goes dormant. This grass is used for revegetation; it can grow in alkaline, moist soils. It does best in full sun in hot areas.

 

Plant Type

Grass

Height Range

1-3'

Flower Color

Pink

Flower Season

Summer

Leaf Color

Green, Grey Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Adjust sprinklers to avoid watering sidewalks and driveways.