Festuca molokaiensis explained

Festuca molokaiensis is a species of grass in the family Poaceae native to Hawaii.[1] This species typically blooms throughout the year and appears in a green or brown colour when blooming. The U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service has classified the species as Endangered.[2]

Characteristics

Festuca molokaiensis grows up to 28 inches tall and fruits caryopsis.[2] This species is a short-lived perennial, is cespitose with culms, scabrous below branched panicles, has inflorescence with spikelets and develops on secondary branches.[3]

Habitat

Festuca molokaiensis typically is found on steep slopes in a mesic forest biome.[2]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Festuca molokaiensis Soreng, P.M.Peterson & Catalán. Plants of the World Online.
  2. Web site: Texas Plant Database . 2023-03-17.
  3. Web site: ECOS . 2023-03-17.