Crested Dogstail (Cynosurus cristatus) is a perennial grass species that is native to Europe and parts of Asia. Crested dogstail is appreciated for its aesthetic qualities and resilience, however it use is now mainly limited to wildflower mixtures and old fashioned grazing mixtures that aim to recreate an old fashioned meadow.
Crested Dogstail Appearance: Height: Typically grows to a height of 5-75 cm. Leaves: The leaves are slender, flat, and rough to the touch. They are usually around 1-4 mm wide and can grow up to 15 cm long. The color ranges from green to bluish-green. Flowering Head: The flowering head, or inflorescence, is distinctive and recognizable. It is a narrow, cylindrical spike that can be 1-14 cm long and 4-10 mm wide. The spike has a "crested" appearance due to the arrangement of the spikelets. Spikelets: The spikelets are arranged in two rows along one side of the central stem, giving the spike a comb-like appearance.
Crested Dogstail Habitat: Soil Preference: Prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soils. It can tolerate a range of soil types but grows best in neutral to slightly alkaline soils. Light Requirement: Thrives in full sun to partial shade. Habitat: Commonly found in meadows, pastures, and grassy fields. Was once used in lawn mixtures and for turf in parks and recreational areas but has since been superseded by modern ryegrasses.\n\n
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