An adaptable woodland grass that grows even in deep shade. Easily recognizable by its seed heads in the later half of the year.

Light: Part Sun/Shade, Shade

Soil Moisture: Mesic, Dry Mesic

Soil Type: Adaptable

Height: 3′-5′

Bloom Time: Jun-Aug

Root Type: Fibrous

Notable Wildlife Interactions: Hosts the northern pearly eye butterfly, the golden borer moth, and a number of leaf mining moths and small insects. Seeds are eaten by small mammals such as mice.