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Sorghastrum secundum

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Kingdom
  
Plantae

Family
  
Poaceae

Rank
  
Species

Order
  
Poales

Genus
  
Sorghastrum

Similar
  
Sorghastrum, Sorghastrum nutans, Aristida, Andropogon, Sporobolus

Sorghastrum secundum is a species of grass known by the common name lopsided Indiangrass. It is native to the southeastern United States.

This species is a perennial bunchgrass growing up to 6 feet tall. The flat leaf blades are up to 24 inches long. The ligule is pointed. The inflorescence is one-sided.

This plant provides forage for livestock. It grows best on well-drained soils.

References

Sorghastrum secundum Wikipedia