Common Names:
- Prairie Dropseed
- Northern Dropseed
Phonetic Spelling:
spoh-ROH-boh-lus het-er-oh-LEE-pis
Description:
- Appearance: fine-textured, clump-forming grass with fragrant, airy flower heads in late summer.
- Leaves: Thin, wiry green leaves that turn gold-orange in fall.
- Flowers: Delicate flower panicles with a subtle fragrance.
- Fruits: Tiny seeds that drop to the ground.
Distribution/Location:
Native to the prairies of central North America, thriving in well-drained soils.
Environmental Benefits:
Excellent for erosion control, drought-resistant, and supports prairie ecosystems. It is also often seen in urban areas, as decoration and
Fun Fact:
Prairie Dropseed was used by Native Americans to make flour from its seeds.
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