Alopecurus arundinaceus
Creeping foxtail
Previous scientific name(s):Alopecurus ventricosus
Cool season, long-lived, strongly rhizomatous sod-former adapted to wet or periodically wet soils such as meadows, waterways, or ranges in the subalpine zone. Tolerates acidic and salty soils and is very palatable and nutritious. Frequently used as pasture grass on wet meadows.
Varieties
Garrison Produces dense, vigorous rhizomes. Establishes and persists well on poorly drained soils. (Released 1959, source of ecotype: McLean County, ND, from the former USSR)
| Variety | Garrison |
|---|---|
| Group | Monocot |
| US Native | Introduced |
| Life Form | Perennial |
| Plant Type | Graminoid |
| Active Growth Period | Spring Summer |
| Bloom Season | Spring |
| Mature Height (feet) | 3 |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Fertility Needs | Medium |
| Toxicity | None |
| Fine Soil (adapted) | Yes |
| Medium Soil (adapted) | Yes |
| Coarse Soil (adapted) | No |
| Salinity Tolerance | Medium |
| Shade Tolerance | Intolerant |
| Moisture Requirements | High |
| Fire Resistant | No |
| Fire Tolerance | High |
| Seed Period Start | Summer |
| Seed Period End | Summer |
| Seed / lb | 786064 |
| Seedling Vigor | Low |
| Palatable (browser) | Medium |
| Palatable (grazer) | High |