Botanical Name: Sporobolus airoides Add
Common Name: Alkali Dropseed  
Plant photo of: Sporobolus airoides
California Native Plant
  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Perennial, Grass

 

Height Range

1-3'

 

Flower Color

Gold, Pink

 

Flower Season

Summer

 

Leaf Color

Green, Grey Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Information by:
Photographer: Susan Frommer
  • Description

  • Notes

This winter dormant drought tolerant grass tolerates a variety of soils including alkaline conditions. Pinkish inflorescence in summer. Best in mass plantings.