Nassella leucotricha
texas wintergrass, texas needlegrass, texas speargrass, wintergrass, texas tussockgrass
Family
Poaceae
Leaf Arrangement
alternate
Leaf Type
simple
Leaf Shape
linear
Growth Form
graminoid
Flower Petals
no petals
Flower Month
March - June
Height (meters)
0.2 - 1.2
Milky Sap
No
Armed/Unarmed
Unarmed
Origin
native
Lifespan
perennial
Animal Use
Good for early spring forage. The sharp callus easily sticks to skin and clothing, and can cause wounds, especially in the mouths of grazing animals. The wounds often retain the fruit, which may require surgical removal for proper healing.
Habitat
Prairies, brushy areas, roadsides and disturbed areas.