Chasmanthium latifolium
| Scientific Name: | Chasmanthium latifolium |
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| Family: | Poaceae |
| Common Name: | River Oats |
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| C Value: | 4 |
| Wetness: | FACW |
| # of Species in Genus in Illinois: | 1 |
| Duration: | Perennial |
| Reproduction: | Monoecious |
| Flower Type: | Imperfect |
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| Flower Color: | Inconspicuous |
| Growth Habit: | Grass |
| Leaf Arrangement: | Alternate |
| Leaf Type: | Simple |
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| Leaf Toothing: | smooth |
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| Distribution: | BONAP Distribution Map |
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| ID Tips: | Distinct seeds- wide and flat seeds. Leaf is linear and lanceolote, very broad with parallel veins |
| Gee Whiz: | Used as cover or an ornamental |
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| More Info: | Illinois Wildflowers Search |