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Habitat:
Rocky ledges on bluffs.
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Species Description:
Perennial grass.
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Phenology:
Flowering Period: Early June to late August.
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Additional Information at NatureServe
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Diagnostic Characteristics:
In general the appearance of this grass is that of a clump of green hair, the blades are very thin (1-5mm) and long and in combination with the habitat, dry open woods, should eliminate most grasses. The species is also distinguished by the purplish or silvery spikelets and the awns (which are attached to the middle or base of lemma) are included in the spikelet and straight. Also, the blades are flat rather than inrolled. Other technical characters are the larger glumes less than 6 mm, glumes similar to each other and longer than the lowest lemma, spikelets with 2 or more fertile florets.
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Management:
Disturbance of surrounding areas such as ATV trails, timber removal or any activity that results in increased erosion and weed invasion will be detrimental. Exotic pest plants are a threat to this species. Avoid creating access to the site through trail or road construction.
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Global Range:
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Known Kentucky Occurrences:
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