October EcoQuest: Gander at Grasses

Event Description

For this EcoQuest, find and map fountain grass (Cenchrus setaceus) and native grass alternatives.

Fountain grass has long been sold as an ornamental landscape grass and can be found across the country. While it is a very attractive grass species, it can spread rapidly and have problematic ecological effects. Observations from this EcoQuest can help us understand more about the range of fountain grass and compare it to native species.