Alopecurus pratensis
Meadow foxtail
Cool season, perennial bunchgrass, sometimes producing short rhizomes. Adapted to wet, poorly drained sites, and it is tolerant of acidic and salty soils. Nutritious and palatable, it is useful for irrigated pastures and range improvement at higher elevations or wet sites.
| 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 | High |
| Toxicity | None |
| Fine Soil (adapted) | Yes |
| Medium Soil (adapted) | Yes |
| Coarse Soil (adapted) | No |
| Salinity Tolerance | Low |
| Shade Tolerance | Intolerant |
| Moisture Requirements | High |
| Fire Resistant | No |
| Fire Tolerance | Medium |
| Seed Period Start | Spring |
| Seed Period End | Summer |
| Seed / lb | 406880 |
| Seedling Vigor | High |
| Palatable (browser) | Medium |
| Palatable (grazer) | High |