Vine Mesquite Grass
Hopia obtusa
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Details & Attributes
| Plant Type(s) | Grass |
| Native to Arizona | Yes! |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Sun | Full sun, partial shade |
| Has Spines | No |
| Size In relative feet, width by height |
1-2' × (spreads) |
| Freeze Tolerant | Yes |
| Flowering Season | May-October |
| Flower Color | Green |
| Minimum Temperature Range | -10 °F |
| Leaf Description | Wide flat blades |
| Fruit | Oval seeds, lined on the outside |
| View on SEINet | View SEINet Entry |
| Range Map | View SEINet Range Map |
| Elevation Range | 1000-6000 ft. |
| Description | Vine mesquite grass is a mat forming grass species which thrives in well watered basins and garden beds, and handles shade, especially at lower elevations. The large seed heads of this species make it a good for source for birds and people, and the sod like growth habit makes it good for preventing erosion in basins or on slopes. |
