Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
seatonii
ID:
881594

Status:
valid

Authors:
Scribn.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1893

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 28: 122 (1893)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000880929

Common Names

  • Seaton's Muhly
  • Muhly Grass
  • Deer Grass

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Description

Muhlenbergia seatonii (also called Seaton's muhly, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It has long, thin, green leaves and small, fluffy, pinkish-purple flowers. It is found in dry, open areas such as grasslands, prairies, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Muhlenbergia seatonii is an ornamental grass commonly used in landscaping for its attractive foliage and showy flowers. It is also used to prevent soil erosion and can be used as a ground cover in areas with poor soil.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Muhlenbergia seatonii has small, inconspicuous flowers that are usually white or pink in color. The seeds are small and round, with a light brown color. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with small, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Muhlenbergia seatonii can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in a sunny location. Division can be done in the spring or autumn. The plants should be divided every 3-4 years to keep them healthy and vigorous.

Where to Find Muhlenbergia seatonii

Muhlenbergia seatonii is native to the southwestern United States and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Muhlenbergia seatonii FAQ

What is the ideal soil pH for Muhlenbergia seatonii?

Muhlenbergia seatonii prefers a soil pH of 6.0 to 7.0.

What is the best way to propagate Muhlenbergia seatonii?

Muhlenbergia seatonii can be propagated by seed or division.

What type of light does Muhlenbergia seatonii prefer?

Muhlenbergia seatonii prefers full sun to partial shade.

Species in the Muhlenbergia genus

Muhlenbergia aguascalientensis, Muhlenbergia alamosae, Muhlenbergia andina, Muhlenbergia angustata, Muhlenbergia annua, Muhlenbergia appressa, Muhlenbergia arenacea, Muhlenbergia arenicola, Muhlenbergia argentea, Muhlenbergia arizonica, Muhlenbergia arsenei, Muhlenbergia articulata, Muhlenbergia asperifolia, Muhlenbergia atacamensis, Muhlenbergia aurea, Muhlenbergia beyrichiana, Muhlenbergia biloba, Muhlenbergia brandegeei, Muhlenbergia brevifolia, Muhlenbergia breviligula, Muhlenbergia brevis, Muhlenbergia breviseta, Muhlenbergia brevivaginata, Muhlenbergia bushii, Muhlenbergia californica, Muhlenbergia capillaris, Muhlenbergia capillipes, Muhlenbergia caxamarcensis, Muhlenbergia ciliata, Muhlenbergia coerulea, Muhlenbergia crispiseta, Muhlenbergia cualensis, Muhlenbergia curtifolia, Muhlenbergia curtisetosa, Muhlenbergia curviaristata, Muhlenbergia cuspidata, Muhlenbergia decumbens, Muhlenbergia depauperata, Muhlenbergia distans, Muhlenbergia distichophylla, Muhlenbergia diversiglumis, Muhlenbergia dubia, Muhlenbergia dumosa, Muhlenbergia durangensis, Muhlenbergia duthieana, Muhlenbergia elongata, Muhlenbergia eludens, Muhlenbergia emersleyi, Muhlenbergia eriophylla, Muhlenbergia expansa,

Species in the Poaceae family

Achnatherum pekinense, Achnatherum pubicalyx, Achnatherum sibiricum, Achnatherum turcomanicum, Achnatherum brandisii, Achnatherum bromoides, Achnatherum calamagrostis, Achnatherum confusum, Achnatherum inebrians, Achnatherum jacquemontii, Achnatherum virescens, Achnatherum paradoxum, Achnatherum nakaii, Achnatherum pelliotii, Achnatherum haussknechtii, Achnatherum mandavillei, Achnatherum pilosum, Achnatherum parviflorum, Achnatherum staintonii, Aciachne acicularis, Aciachne flagellifera, Aciachne pulvinata, Acidosasa breviclavata, Acidosasa brilletii, Acidosasa chinensis, Acidosasa edulis, Acidosasa glauca, Acidosasa guangxiensis, Acidosasa lingchuanensis, Acidosasa nanunica, Acidosasa notata, Acidosasa purpurea, Acidosasa venusta, Acidosasa carinata, Acostia gracilis, Acrachne henrardiana, Acrachne perrieri, Acrachne racemosa, Acritochaete volkensii, Acroceras amplectens, Acroceras attenuatum, Acroceras boivinii, Acroceras bosseri, Acroceras calcicola, Acroceras chaseae, Acroceras diffusum, Acroceras elegans, Acroceras excavatum, Acroceras fluminense, Acroceras gabunense,

References

Henry Eliason Seaton (1869-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Seaton' in the authors string.
Frank Lamson-Scribner (1851-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Scribn.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:164883-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].