Obligate WetlandPlant almost always occurs in wetlands.
Facultative WetlandUsually occurs in wetlands but may occur in non-wetlands.
FacultativePlant occurs both in wetlands and in non-wetlands.
Facultative UplandUsually occurs in wetlands but may occur in non-wetlands.
Obligate UplandPlant almost always occurs in non-wetlands.
Prefers sun or partial shade and moist conditions. In some situations, this grass can spread aggressively via its rhizomes. Food source for caterpillars and grasshoppers. Seed heads are consumed by birds.