Sorghastrum secundum

Sorghastrum secundum is a species of grass known by the common name lopsided Indiangrass. It is native to the Southeastern United States.Sorghastrum secundum. NatureServe.

This species is a perennial bunchgrass growing up to tall. The flat leaf blades are up to long. The ligule is pointed. The inflorescence is one-sided.Sorghastrum secundum. USDA NRCS Plant Fact Sheet.

This plant provides forage for livestock. It grows best on well-drained soils. It is a larval host plant to the pepper-and-salt skipper.

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