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Fakahatchee Grass (Tripsacum dactyloides) growing in South Florida
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Fakahatchee Grass — South Florida Plant Guide

Tripsacum dactyloides

Family: Poaceae · Grass

Legal status pending editorial verification. Confirm with your county before installation.

Usos no Paisagismo

native garden specimennaturalistic screeningwetland swale edgewildlife habitatlarge scale mass planting

Tags de Estilo

nativenaturalisticwildlifescreeningbold texture

Guia de Cultivo para o Sul da Flórida

Requisitos de Luz

Full SunPartial Sun

Requisitos de Água

Low3/10

Once established (12–18 months), Fakahatchee Grass is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.

Moderate water. 2x per week dry season. Tolerates periodic flooding. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in wet prairie and drainage swale applications.

Solo e Fertilização

sandyclaymoist tolerantwet tolerant

Fertilizer: Minimal balanced slow-release 8-2-12. Florida natives have very low nutrient requirements.

Schedule: February after cut and May with balanced slow-release. NATIVE — very low fertilization needs.

Tolerância ao Sal

Moderate (4/10) — some protection from direct spray recommended
Altura Madura
46 ft
Largura Madura
35 ft
Taxa de Crescimento
moderate-fast
Demanda de Água
3/10
Grau Florida
Florida #1
Custo Instalado
$$
Zonas USDA
6, 7, 8, 9, 10a, 10b, 11
Status FLEPPC
None
Classificação Iguana
7/10

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Perguntas Frequentes

How fast does Fakahatchee Grass grow in South Florida?

Fakahatchee Grass has a moderate-fast growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.

Is Fakahatchee Grass safe for pets?

Yes, Fakahatchee Grass is considered pet-safe.

How much water does Fakahatchee Grass need in South Florida?

Low water needs (3/10). Once established (12–18 months), Fakahatchee Grass is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.

Can Fakahatchee Grass tolerate salt air in South Florida?

Fakahatchee Grass has moderate salt tolerance (4/10). It can handle some coastal exposure but should be protected from direct ocean spray.

Is Fakahatchee Grass available in Miami-Dade County?

In Miami-Dade County, Fakahatchee Grass is classified as: allowed. Allowed.

Disponibilidade por Município no Sul da Flórida

Miami-Dade County

Allowed

Allowed. FLORIDA NATIVE.

USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.

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Broward County

Allowed

Allowed. Florida native.

USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.

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Palm Beach County

Allowed

Allowed. Florida native.

USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.

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Collier County

Allowed

Allowed. Florida native.

USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.

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Monroe County

Allowed

Allowed. Limited Keys availability — source from mainland native plant nurseries.

USDA Zone 11. Tropical maritime, highest salt exposure of all 5 counties.

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