Alkali Sacaton

Common Name(s):
Alkali Sacaton, Sacaton,Alkali
Scientific Name:
Sporobolus airoides
Family:
Poaceae
Longevity:
Perennial
Season:
Warm
Origin:
Native
Height:
50 - 130 cm
Flowers:
Apr - Sep
Description: Mostly found on and is best adapted to alkaline or saline soils in the western part of our region. The inflorescence is branched and wider at the bottom than the top. Each spikelet contains a single floret. It provides fair forage for cattle in the western portion of our area. Wildlife derive little use except for cover and seed for some species.