Strickland, Sam C.
Leptochloa dubia (Kunth) Nees
Green sprangletop
Poaceae (Grass Family)
Green sprangletop is a 2-3 ft., fast-growing, bluish-green bunchgrass with wiry stems. The terminal inflorescences are up to 6 in. long with spreading or ascending branches and
florets which spread open widely at maturity.
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Bloom Information
Bloom Color: Yellow
Bloom Time: May , Jun , Jul , Aug , Sep , Oct , Nov
Distribution
USA: AZ , FL , KS , MD , MO , NM , NC , OK , SC , TX
Native Distribution: S. FL; OK to AZ, s. through Mexico
Native Habitat: Dry, open plateaus & hills; alluvial areas; hammocks
USDA Native Status: L48(N) Growing Conditions
Water Use: Medium
Light Requirement: Part Shade
Soil Moisture: Dry
CaCO3 Tolerance: High
Soil Description: Rocky or sandy soils. Sandy, Sandy Loam Medium Loam, Clay Loam, Clay
Conditions Comments: Green sprangletop behaves as a pioneer species so it is often used in seed mixtures for a quick ground cover while other species have time to establish. Useful for some reclamation projects. Intolerant of poorly drained soils or high water tables.
Butterflies and Moths of North America (BAMONA)
Leptochloa dubia is a larval host and/or nectar source for:
Last Update: 2010-08-09
