Alkali Sacaton

Sporobolus airoides

Plant type:
Grass
Lifecycle:
Perennial
Growing season:
Warm
Cover:
High
Seedling rate:
0.5-4

Soil

Acceptable soil conditions:
Clay,
Loam,
Silt,
Sand,
Gravel
Soil Conditions:
Acidic
Alkaline
CaCO3 tolerant
Metal
Salt

Location

Min elevation:
0
Max elevation:
7000
Counties:
Churchill,
Clark,
Elko,
Humboldt,
Lander,
Lincoln,
Lyon,
Mineral,
Nye,
Washoe

Reproduction & Growth

Growth rate:
Moderate
Germination overall:
High
Germination rate:
Fast
Germination requirements:
Fresh seeds have 2-3 month of afterripening period.
Reproduction:
NA
Establishment:
NA
Lifespan:
Moderate
Survival:
NA

Ecological

Best suited for these site conditions:
Cold
Disturbance
Fire
Flooding
Best suited for these management goals:
Drought resilience
Erosion control
Forage production
Wildlife habitat

Additional Information

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