species 38,433 observations
Sweet Vernal Grass
Anthoxanthum odoratum
Field notes
Anthoxanthum odoratum is a short-lived perennial grass, commonly known as sweet vernal grass, that is native to acidic grassland in Eurasia and northern Africa. It is grown as a lawn grass and a houseplant, due to its sweet scent, and can also be found on unimproved pastures and meadows. The specific epithet odoratum is Latin for 'odorous'.
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16
native animals
supported in the US
supported in the US
Range
Greener is more native, amber more introduced; paler is less certain. How this was decided
Key traits
- Layer
- Grasses and sedges
- Light
- Full sun Dappled shade
- Moisture
- Dry Well drained Wet
- Drought tolerant
- Yes
From NC State Extension and USDA PLANTS.