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Witchgrass (Panicum capillare)

Panicum capillare, commonly known as witchgrass, is an annual grass recognized for its wispy panicles and its ability to colonize disturbed ground.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade.

Watering

Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Soil

Tolerates a wide range of soils, including poor, dry, and sandy conditions. Prefers well-drained soil.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures during the growing season.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Requires minimal fertilization.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade.

At least 6 hours of direct sunlight is ideal.

Water

Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Ensure good drainage.

Soil

Tolerates a wide range of soils, including poor, dry, and sandy conditions. Prefers well-drained soil.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures during the growing season.

Ideal range is 18-27 °C.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Requires minimal fertilization.

A balanced fertilizer in spring is sufficient.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Grass

Plant Category

Foliage

Plant Place Type

Ground

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Annuals

Plant Height

0.3-1.2 m

Spread

0.3-0.6 m

Growth Rate

Fast

Dormancy

None (dies at end of growing season)

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Linear

Weed Status

Yes

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Synonyms
Chasea capillaris (L.) Nieuwl.
Leptoloma barbipulvinata (Nash ex Rydb.) Smyth
Leptoloma capillaris (L.) Smyth
Milium barbipulvinatum (Nash ex Rydb.) Lunell
Panicum barbipulvinatum Nash ex Rydb.
Panicum bobartii Lam.
Panicum riparium H.Scholz
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classLiliopsida
  • orderPoales
  • familyPoaceae
  • genusPanicum
  • speciesPanicum capillare
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

Rating: 0/5

Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

No

Non-toxic to pets and humans.

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