Dropseed

/ˈdrɒpsiːd/ noun

Definition

A grass plant of the genus Sporobolus, known for releasing seeds in scattered drops or by shattering.

Etymology

From 'drop' and 'seed,' a descriptive name based on the plant's characteristic method of seed dispersal where seeds fall individually rather than all at once.

Kelly Says

Dropseed grasses are native to North America and are making a comeback in sustainable landscaping because they're drought-tolerant, require no fertilizer, and their name perfectly describes their elegant seed-casting behavior.

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