Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
shepherdii
ID:
881603

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vasey) Swallen

Source:
wcs

Year:
1947

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 29: 204 (1947)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000880938

Common Names

  • Shepherd's Muhly
  • Shepherd's Hairgrass
  • Shepherd's Grass

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Description

Muhlenbergia shepherdii (also called Shepherd'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 shepherdii is an ornamental grass that is used in landscaping and as an accent plant. It is drought-tolerant and can be used in xeriscaping. It can also be used to create a natural privacy screen or windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Muhlenbergia shepherdii has small, white to pinkish flowers that appear in late summer. Its seeds are small, reddish-brown, and have awns. The seedlings have narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Muhlenbergia shepherdii is a perennial grass native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It is a low-growing, clumping grass that can reach up to 2 feet tall. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. Propagation is by seed, division, or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring or fall in a well-drained soil. Division can be done in the spring or fall. Cuttings can be taken in the spring or summer.

Where to Find Muhlenbergia shepherdii

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

Muhlenbergia shepherdii FAQ

What is the ideal soil pH for Muhlenbergia shepherdii?

Muhlenbergia shepherdii prefers a soil pH of 6.0 to 7.0.

What is the best way to propagate Muhlenbergia shepherdii?

Muhlenbergia shepherdii can be propagated by seed or division.

What type of light does Muhlenbergia shepherdii prefer?

Muhlenbergia shepherdii 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

George Vasey (1822-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vasey' in the authors string.
Jason Richard Swallen (1903-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Swallen' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:164887-2: 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].