Also known as Tufted Hedgehog Grass · Tufted Hedgehoggrass
Bushy Hedgehog Grass (Echinopogon caespitosus) is a tufted perennial grass native to Australia, forming dense clumps with distinctive, bristly flower heads.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Thrives in bright light, tolerates some shade.
Moderate
50% intensity
Water when topsoil is dry, avoid waterlogging.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers temperatures between 15-25°C, hardy to cooler conditions.
Low
25% intensity
Fertilize lightly in spring, not a heavy feeder.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water consistently when the top 2-3 cm of soil feel dry. Echinopogon caespitosus prefers well-draining soil and can be susceptible to root rot if overwatered.
Reduce watering in cooler months to prevent waterlogging and allow the soil to dry out more between waterings.
Prune in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Remove any dead or damaged foliage to maintain a tidy appearance.
Cut back the plant to a few centimeters above ground level to encourage fresh, vigorous growth and prevent a woody base.
Propagation is typically done through division of established clumps in early spring. Carefully separate the rhizomes or root masses, ensuring each section has sufficient roots and shoots.
Replant divisions immediately into well-draining soil, watering them in well.
Repotting is generally not necessary for Echinopogon caespitosus as it is a perennial grass often grown in the ground. If grown in a container, repot every 2-3 years in spring into a slightly larger pot with fresh, well-draining potting mix to provide more space for root growth.
Identify plants like this with ePlant AI
Snap a photo to get care tips and match similar species on the go.
Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Bushy Hedgehog Grass (Echinopogon caespitosus)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Poales |
| Family | Poaceae |
| Genus | Echinopogon |
| Species | Echinopogon caespitosus |
Similar in genus Echinopogon
Answers based on plant encyclopedia data
