Egyptian Crowfoot Grass (Dactyloctenium Aegyptium) is a annual grass in the Poaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Dactyloctenium aegyptium is a grass species native to Africa and Asia, known for its creeping habit and straight shoots about 30 cm tall.

Egyptian Crowfoot Grass

Egyptian Crowfoot Grass

Dactyloctenium Aegyptium

Dactyloctenium aegyptium is a grass species native to Africa and Asia, known for its creeping habit and straight shoots about 30 cm tall.

Quick Facts

Type
grass
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
8-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:clay, sandy, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control, forage

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Egyptian Crowfoot Grass

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Egyptian Crowfoot Grass
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Taxonomy

Family:Poaceae
Genus:Dactyloctenium