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Sand Dropseed
Grass Family ( Poaceae : Eragrosteae )
Latin Name : Sporobolus cryptandrus
Longevity : Perennial
Season : Warm
Origin : Native
Value : Wildlife – poor
Livestock – fair to good
Remarks :
The most identifiable characteristic of this grass is the
long, dense hairs at the collar. Some seedheads may be
partially enclosed in the upper sheaths or they may be
fully emerged and open. Distinct "flag-like-leaves"
are usually present at a right angle to the stem, just
below the seedhead. This is most obvious during the
winter months. Reproduces from seed and tillers;
growth is controlled by available moisture. Fair to
good grazing for livestock during the early stages of
growth, palatability declines rapidly with maturity.
Adapted to open areas and disturbed sites; most
common on sandy soils, but may occur on rocky and
silty soils, not tolerant of wet soils.
Source: USDA-NRCS
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