Florida Mock Gamagrass, Florida Tripsacum, Florida Gama Grass, Florida Mock Gamagrass

An underutilized clump-forming ornamental grass for Florida landscapes. Evergreen, much shorter and with finer texture than its near rela...Read Moretion Fakahatchee grass. Tolerates seasonal flooding.

Also called dwarf Fakahatchee grass. Grows 2-3' wide and high. Should not be spaced much closer than 2-3'.

Can get messy after a cold spell. Should be cut to the ground in late winter before new growth begins. Leaf edges are sharp and can cause painful cuts. Gloves are recommended when planting and performing maintenance.

This is a short-lived perennial.

FL - Threatened