Plant Habit: | Grass/Grass-like |
Life cycle: | Annual |
Sun Requirements: | Full Shade |
Water Preferences: | Mesic |
Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 8a |
Underground structures: | Caudex |
Uses: | Dye production |
Toxicity: | Leaves are poisonous Fruit is poisonous |
Propagation: Other methods: | Cuttings: Root |
Pollinators: | Midges |
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