Andropogon glomeratus
Description: A cespitose perennial bunch grass growing up to 2.5 m tall.
Location: Throughout most of the eastern half of Texas. Common and easily recognizable roadside species of ditches, bogs, and other wet areas. Tolerates moderate salt conditions.
Soil Type: Most soils that remain damp.
Trivia: Cespitose means in dense tufts or clumps.
Economic, Environmental Importance: Poor livestock and wildlife values; is used as an ornamental. Larval host: Skippers and Satyrs, Common Wood-Nymph (Cercyonis pegala)
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