Sporobolus compositus
composite dropseed, tall dropseed
Family
Poaceae
Leaf Arrangement
alternate
Leaf Attachment
sheathing
Leaf Margin
entire
Leaf Type
simple
Leaf Shape
linear
Growth Form
graminoid
Height (meters)
0.4 - 1.5
Milky Sap
No
Armed/Unarmed
Unarmed
Origin
native
Lifespan
perennial
Animal Use
Provides nesting materials/structure for native bees. Low palatablity to livestock, especially sheep.
Habitat
Dry or sandy soil; especially on prairie and sometimes beaches.