Common Name(s): | Longspike Tridens, Tridens,Longspike |
Scientific Name: | Tridens strictus |
Family: | Poaceae |
Longevity: | Perennial |
Season: | Warm |
Origin: | Native |
Height: | 50 - 170 cm |
Flowers: | Jul - Nov |
Description: Most frequently found on heavier textured, low-lying, moist soils in our region. However, it is also common to upland prairies. Its inflorescence is narrow but with glumes exceeding or equaling the spikelet. It provides cover for some wildlife species and fair forage for cattle. |