Perennial Veldtgrass (Calycina)

The Perennial Veldtgrass (Calycina) is generally described as a perennial graminoid. This is not native to the U.S. (United States) and has its most active growth period in the fall and winter and spring . The greatest bloom is usually observed in the spring, with fruit and seed production starting in the summer and continuing until summer. Leaves are not retained year to year. The Perennial Veldtgrass (Calycina) has a short life span relative to most other plant species and a rapid growth rate. At maturity, the typical Perennial Veldtgrass (Calycina) will reach up to 4 feet high, with a maximum height at 20 years of 0 inches.

The Perennial Veldtgrass (Calycina) is not commonly available from nurseries, garden stores and other plant dealers and distributors. It can be propagated by seed. It has a moderate ability to spread through seed production and the seedlings have medium vigor. Note that cold stratification is not required for seed germination and the plant cannot survive exposure to temperatures below 17°F. has low tolerance to drought and restricted water conditions.