Gophertail Lovegrass (Eragrostis Ciliaris) is a annual grass in the Poaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Eragrostis ciliaris is a species of grass native to the Old World Tropics, widely distributed in Africa and naturalized in parts of the United States.

Gophertail Lovegrass

Gophertail Lovegrass

Eragrostis Ciliaris

Eragrostis ciliaris is a species of grass native to the Old World Tropics, widely distributed in Africa and naturalized in parts of the United States.

Quick Facts

Type
grass
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
8-11

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Gophertail Lovegrass

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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Taxonomy

Family:Poaceae
Genus:Eragrostis