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Little Bluestem

Schizachyrium scoparium

Description:

Schizachyrium scoparium, commonly known as little bluestem or beard grass, is a North American perennial bunchgrass. Little bluestem grows to a typical height of 3 feet. Although it has a blue tint in the spring, in fall, its predominant color is more red, which color it may retain throughout winter into spring.

Habitat:

Prominent in tallgrass prairie; prefers well-drained sunny sites.

Notes:

Spotted growing near West Loop parking lot at Pine Mountain Recreation Area

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Georgia, USA

Spotted on Apr 6, 2013
Submitted on Apr 9, 2013

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