Bothriochloa barbinodis

Common Name:
Cane bluestem
Plant Type:
Grass
Family:
Poaceae (The Grass Family)
Geographic Origin:
Southwestern States
California Native?:
Yes

Plant Size:
3 feet
Landscape/Garden Uses:
Mixed plantings
Flowering Season:
Summer

Flower Color:
Straw Color
Exposure:
Sun or light shade
Soils:
Well-drained soil

Suggested Irrigation:
Moderate to occasional watering
Estimated Hardiness:
Hardy to 0 degrees F. or less

This densely clumping grass grows as much as 4 feet tall. It has bluish stems and soft, blue-green leaves. Dense, silky flower clusters are presented at the ends of wandlike stems in summer and fall. This is a rugged plant, useful for large banks and other open spaces. It is native to California, across the southern U.S. and into South America. Sun, reasonably well drained soil, moderate to occasional watering.