Stinkgrass, Lovegrass
Eragrostis cilianensis (All.) Vign. ex Janchen
Poaceae (Grass Family)
▲▼ mature plants
▲▼ pre-flowering plants
▲ inflorescence
▲ ligule and collar region
Stinkgrass or Lovegrass:
· warm-season, annual grass; 3-12” tall, with spreading growth habit
· dark-green, narrow leaf blades
· dense panicle inflorescence that is whitish, silvery or sometimes gray-black colored spikelets
· inflorescences gives off musky odor when bruised (why is called stinkgrass)
· found in compacted, wet or dry soils (foot paths, cow paths)
· several similar species may be found in Missouri, such as tufted lovegrass, which has thinner leaves and smaller spikelets and florets in panicle