golden dogs tail (Lamarckia)

golden dogs tail

Also known as: goldentop grass, feather barley grass

Golden dogs tail is a Eurasian and African plant in the grass family. It has one known species. It is an annual plant, typically 30-45 centimetres in height, with clusters of golden flowers in a panicle 5 to 8 cm long and 2 to 2.5 cm broad. It is native to the Mediterranean Basin and neighboring regions from Portugal to the Canary Islands east to Ethiopia and northern India. It is also naturalized in parts of Australia and the Americas.

Scientific classification

Genus

golden dogs tail (Lamarckia)

Family

Grass

Order

Grasses, sedges and allies

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Deciduous

Leaf type

20 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

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Species

Golden dog's-tail

Care Guide for golden dogs tail

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

20 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Golden dogs tail is a Mediterranean native that thrives in dry, sunny conditions. It requires weekly watering, allowing soil to dry between sessions, and prefers moderate humidity. Grown outdoors, golden dogs tail needs adequate drainage to prevent root rot, balancing hydration with dryness.

Propagation: To propagate golden dogs tail, use seeds in full sun with warm temperatures and well-draining soil. Key steps include sowing seeds in shallow trenches, maintaining moisture, thinning seedlings, and gradually acclimating them before transplanting. Protection from pests is crucial during seedling growth.

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