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Sporobolus pungens (Schreb.) Kunth

Sand dropseed · Poaceae

Also known as Agrostis arenaria, Agrostis pungens, Agrostis stolonifera arenaria, Phalaris disticha and 6 more synonyms.

Sporobolus pungens is a species of perennial grass in the family Poaceae (true grasses).

PoaceaeGrass
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About Sand dropseed

Sporobolus pungens is a species of perennial grass in the family Poaceae (true grasses). They have a self-supporting growth form and simple, broad leaves. Individuals can grow to 0.17 m.

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Growing guide coming soon. Our editors haven't written verified care details for this plant yet. Native range and classification are shown below.
Native rangeAlgeria, Baleares, Corse, Cyprus, Egypt, France, Greece, Italy, Kriti, Lebanon-Syria, Libya, Mauritania, Morocco, NW. Balkan Pen., Palestine, Romania, Sardegna, Sicilia, Sinai, Spain, Tunisia, Türkiye
ToxicityPets: Not documented · People: Not documented
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