Sorghastrum nutans, known as Indiangrass, [2] [3] is a North American prairie grass found in the United States and Canada, especially in the Great Plains and tallgrass prairies. It is sometimes called Indian grass [4], yellow Indian-grass, [2] or wood grass. [5]

Indiangrass brings a natural drama to the autumn landscape with its rich golden-bronze seed heads. One of the earliest warm season grasses to set seed, this prairie tallgrass forms upright clumps with blue-green summer foliage that turns gold in the fall.

Indiangrass is a facultative upland plant (FACU) throughout the continental United States. It usually occurs in non-wetlands, but may occur in wetlands (US Army Corps of Engineers 2017).

Sorghastrum nutans, or Indiangrass, is a perennial, warm-season bunchgrass that can grow to 5 to 7 feet high. Although growth begins in the spring, it makes most of its growth between June and August and remains green until the first frost.

Common Name: Indiangrass. Species Name: Sorghastrum nutans. Plant Type: Grasses & Grass-like. Family Name: Poaceae, Grass Family. Tribe: Andropogoneae, Bluestem Tribe

Dec 28, 2024 · Indian grass, or Sorghastrum nutans, is typically found in tallgrass prairies, open woods, and along roadsides across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. It thrives in full sun and is well-adapted to a wide range of soils, including dry soils and even heavy clays.

Mass or blend into prairies, meadows, wild or naturalized areas. Vertical accent for borders. Also effective on slopes for erosion control. Numerous songbirds and small mammals eat the seeds and plants provide excellent nesting and security cover. Easily grown in average, dry to medium wet, well-drained soil in full sun.

Sep 3, 2024 · Indian grass (Sorghastrum nutans) is an ornamental grass known for its beauty and wildlife-friendly traits. Growing in clumps 3 to 7 feet tall, the plant is a stunning accent in the garden and serves as a screen during the growing season until late winter.

Indiangrass, scientifically known as Sorghastrum nutans, is a striking perennial bunchgrass native to the Southeastern United States. Revered for its beauty and resilience, this warm-season grass grows to impressive heights of 5 to 7 feet, making it a …

Indian Grass is very common in Illinois, occurring in all 102 counties. It is one of the three dominant prairie grasses iconic of the tallgrass prairie ecosystem. Besides prairies, you can find it in savannas and along roadsides. Indian Grass typically grows between 5 and 7 feet tall.