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Round-fruited Panic Grass

Dichanthelium sphaerocarpon

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Description:

Grass with larger, light green blades. Small spikelets. Generally hairy grass except for sheaths. Grows in opens, sandy and dry grounds. Prefers uplands but can grow in wetlands.

Plant Overview:

Other Common Names:Roundseed Panic Grass
Plant Family:Poaceae
Plant Duration:Perennial
Plant Type:Graminoids/Grasses
Bloom Time:Mid June to mid August
Fruit Timing:June to late August, autumnal July to November
Global and State Rank:G5, SNR
Commercially available landscape plant?No
Soil Characteristics:
Soil Moisture:Dry
Light Needs:
Opitmal Light:Partial shade
Light Range:Partial Shade
Water Needs of Plant:
Soil Moisture:Dry

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