Previous scientific name(s): Andropogon barbinodis, Andropogon perforatus, Bothriochloa barbinodis var. palmeri, Bothriochloa barbinodis var. perf
Formerly known as Andropogon barbinodis. Drought tolerant, warm-season, native perennial bunchgrass found on open rangelands and rocky slopes. Prefers coarse, well-drained soils, but grows on finer soils as well below 4,000 ft. elevation. Provides good forage when green but tends to become unpalatable when mature. Good for roadside plantings.
Contact Our Experts13 - 25 in. or taller
Bunchgrass
Native or Introduced:Native
Season:Warm
ft.
Precipitation:9 in.
Best
Moderately Coarse:Average
Medium:Average
Moderately Fine:Marginal
Fine:Not Adapted
Marginal
Neutral:Best
Basic:Average
Seeding Rate:2 - 4 PLS lbs/Acre
7.00 lbs.
Seeds per Pound:754,000
Germination Time:Days
Yes
Planting Season:Summer
A vigorous and hardy type. Good drought and cold tolerance. Valuable for forage and erosion control on rangelands, abandoned crop lands and road cuts. (Released 2001, source of ecotype: Coahuila, Mexico)
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