Torrey's Melicgrass (Melica Torreyana) is a perennial grass in the Poaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and partial shade or full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 8-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Melica torreyana is a perennial bunchgrass native and endemic to California, characterized by dense clumps of stems and narrow panicles of small spikelets.

Torrey's Melicgrass

Torrey's Melicgrass

Melica Torreyana

Melica torreyana is a perennial bunchgrass native and endemic to California, characterized by dense clumps of stems and narrow panicles of small spikelets.

Quick Facts

Type
grass
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Partial Shade, Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
8-10

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control, habitat plant

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Torrey's Melicgrass

Jan
Prune
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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.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Poaceae
Genus:Melica