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Sand Dropseed
Sporobolus cryptandrus
Field notes
Sporobolus cryptandrus, commonly known as sand dropseed, is a species of grass in the family Poaceae. It is native to North America, where it is widespread in southern Canada, most of the United States, and northern Mexico.
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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 Part shade
- Moisture
- Dry
- Water use
- Low
- Deer resistant
- Yes
- Plant type
- Ornamental grasses and sedges Perennial
From the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center and USDA PLANTS.




