Common Name(s): | Eastern gama grass |
Scientific Name: | Tripsacum dactyloides |
Family: | Poaceae |
Growth Traits: | Native, perennial, warm season |
Description: A very robust, rhizomatous bunchgrass that grows 1.5 to 10 feet tall. Both male and female flowers are present on the spike. It is common in the blackland prairie and is very palatable to cattle. It is found in low, moist areas and can provide cover for wildlife. |
Chemical Control Options: Glyphosate will control it, but control usually is not needed. |
Mechanical Control Options: Mowing can reduce it, but control usually is not needed. |
Biological Control Options: Heavy cattle grazing will control it, but control usually is not needed. |