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Habitat:
Dry outcrops along limestone clifflines along large streams and rivers.
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Species Description:
Perennial grass.
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Phenology:
Flowering Period: Early May to late July.
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Additional Information at NatureServe
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Diagnostic Characteristics:
Schizachne is distinctive in having a densely bearded callus (the thickened area at the base of the lemma). The glumes are purple at the base (about 1/22 to 2/3 the length of the lemmas). The lemmas are narrow and have 5-7 veins and are bifid (appear notched) with an awn extending between these two teeth. This is a perennial grass with flat leaves and the infloresence is a panicle with a few drooping branches of spikelets. The dry rocky habitat is also distinctive.
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Management:
Timber removal would be detrimental. Disturbance such as ATV trails, timber removal or any activity that results in increased erosion and weed invasion will be detrimental.
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Global Range:
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Known Kentucky Occurrences:
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