Tetraneuris acaulis

Four-awn grass

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Rosette-forming perennial herb native to North American deserts, featuring stiff grey-green leaves and small yellow composite flower heads in summer.
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Plant Details

Common Name Four-awn grass
Family Asteraceae
Genus Tetraneuris
Species Acaulis
Origin Southwestern United States / Mexico
Blooming Summer to early autumn, small yellow composite flowers
Leaf Color Grey-green to blue-green
Sunlight Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Sandy, gravelly soil with excellent drainage; low organic matter preferred for arid conditions.

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Watering

Drought tolerant once established; water deeply but infrequently during active growth, keep dry in winter dormancy.

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Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun exposure to maintain compact rosette structure and encourage flowering.

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Fertilization

Low nutrient needs; apply diluted slow-release fertilizer once in early spring only if soil is depleted.

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Pruning

Remove dead foliage and spent flower stalks in late autumn or early spring to prevent rot.

Pest Control Aphid Scale Insect Spider Mite Thrip

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 4 months
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Apr
May
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Jul
Aug
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Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
41° – 100°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
20% – 40%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
8000 – 40000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
2000 – 5000
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
5% – 15%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1200
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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