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Common Name(s): Kleingrass, Panicum,Kleingrass
Species: Panicum coloratum
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Family: Poaceae
Tribe: Paniceae
Longevity: Perennial
Season: Warm
Origin: Introduced
Height: 50 - 120 cm
Flowers: May - September
Description: Most common in the southern and western part of our region. It usually has glandular-based hairs at the lower part of the leaf blade. A fungus associated with this plant is known to cause photosensitization in sleep. It provides screening cover for some wildlife species. The seeds are used by some birds. It is a good forage for cattle.
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