Red Lovegrass
© Mike Haddock, Kansas State University
Eragrostis secundiflora
Family: Poaceae (Grass Family)
Red Lovegrass prefers sandy, dry soil. One of the smaller grasses, it forms small clumps. It is typically found in prairies and open woodlands. Despite its name, the color is highly variable.
- Scientific Name: Eragrostis secundiflora
- Common Names: Red Lovegrass , Red Love Grass
- Family: Poaceae (Grass Family)
- Growth Habit: Perennial
- Height: Up to 30 inches
- Leaves: Green
- Flowers: Green, Purple, Brown
- Bloom Time: April through September
- Wildlife Benefits: Clumps provide nesting cover. Seeds are an important food source.
Where to Find It
© Mike Haddock, Kansas State University
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