Water
Water Setaria adhaerens regularly, especially during dry periods, to maintain consistently moist soil. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot.
Allow the top inch of soil to dry out slightly between waterings for optimal health.
Also known as Adherent Bristle Grass · Adherent Bristlegrass · Bur Bristle Grass
Bristlegrass (Setaria adhaerens) is a tufted annual grass with slender, erect or spreading stems, reaching up to 60 cm in height. It features narrow leaves and characteri
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
High
100% intensity
Prefers full sun for best growth and flowering.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist but well-drained.
Adaptable
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in average room temperatures; protect from frost.
Very Low
10% intensity
Rarely needs fertilization; a light feed in spring is optional.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water Setaria adhaerens regularly, especially during dry periods, to maintain consistently moist soil. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot.
Allow the top inch of soil to dry out slightly between waterings for optimal health.
Pruning Setaria adhaerens is typically not required unless it is being used as a groundcover or to manage its size. If desired, prune in late winter or early spring to shape and remove any dead or damaged foliage.
Setaria adhaerens is easily propagated by seed sown directly outdoors in spring after the last frost. It can also be propagated by division of established clumps in early spring, which helps maintain genetic vigor.
Repotting is generally not applicable for Setaria adhaerens as it is a grass often grown in situ. If cultivated in containers for a specific display, repotting would occur in early spring into a slightly larger pot if root-bound.
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Poales |
| Family | Poaceae |
| Genus | Setaria |
| Species | Setaria adhaerens |
Similar in genus Setaria
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