Tridens flavus (L.) A.S. Hitchc.
Detail
- Family
- Poaceae
- Botanical Name
- Tridens flavus (L.) A.S. Hitchc.
- Common Name
- Purpletop, Tall Redtop
- Synonym(s)
- Tridens flavus (L.) Hitchcock (s.s.)
- Flora of Virginia Name/Status
- Tridens flavus (L.) A.S. Hitchcock var. flavus
- Comments
- This ubiquitous, often weedy Tridens is easily recognized by its exserted, diffuse, late-summer panicles that have a greasy feel and are usually deep reddish purple. See map and Comments for the similar (but much rarer) Tridens chapmanii for key differences.
- Habitat
- Fields, pastures, roadsides, clearings, and other open, disturbed habitats; also scattered in varied natural woodlands and barrens. Common throughout.
- Native Status
- Native
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