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Eustachys

 

Eustachys petraea (Sw.) Desv.

Fingergrass

Synonym: Chloris petraea Sw.

Natural range:  North America, Caribbean, to South America

Habitat:  Open sandy places, dunes, blowouts, including salty areas

Florida status:  Native, common on disturbed sandy sites

Recognition:  Branches 4-6(7, 8).  Lower lemma pubescent