Uniola paniculata
seaoats
Family
Poaceae
Leaf Arrangement
alternate
Leaf Type
simple
Growth Form
graminoid
Flower Petals
no petals
Flower Month
June - July
Height (meters)
2.5
Milky Sap
No
Armed/Unarmed
Unarmed
Origin
native
Lifespan
perennial
Wetland Class
FACU
Wetland Coefficient of Conservatism
9
Cultural Information
This species is critical in stabilizing sand dunes on beaches. It is illegal to pick or pull plants.
Animal Use
Poor forage; provides good wildlife cover; rodents utilize seeds.
Natural History
Very salt tolerant.
Habitat
Beaches and dunes along the gulf coast.