Water
Water regularly, especially during establishment and dry periods. Allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings to prevent waterlogging.
Drought tolerant once established, but consistent moisture promotes best growth and appearance.
Also known as Nadi Blue Grass
Roadside Bluestem (Dichanthium caricosum) is a perennial grass with attractive blue-green foliage, often found in tropical and subtropical grasslands. It is drought-toler
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Thrives in full sun exposure for optimal growth and flowering.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Drought tolerant once established.
Sandy, Loam, Clay
50% intensity
Adaptable
50% intensity
Tolerates a wide range of temperatures, suitable for temperate and warm climates.
Low
25% intensity
Requires minimal fertilization; over-fertilizing can be detrimental.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly, especially during establishment and dry periods. Allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings to prevent waterlogging.
Drought tolerant once established, but consistent moisture promotes best growth and appearance.
Cut back dead or dormant foliage in late winter or early spring before new growth emerges. This tidies the plant and encourages vigorous new shoots. Remove any winter damage as needed.
Easily propagated by division of clumps in spring. Seeds can also be sown in spring or autumn. Stratification may improve germination rates for seeds.
This is a perennial grass that is typically planted in the ground and does not require repotting. If grown in containers, repot in spring when rootbound, moving to a slightly larger pot with well-draining soil.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Roadside Bluestem (Dichanthium caricosum)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Poales |
| Family | Poaceae |
| Genus | Dichanthium |
| Species | Dichanthium caricosum |
Similar in genus Dichanthium
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