Bermuda Grass

Cynodon dactylon

Bermuda Grass is a tough grass that loves sunny places! It’s often used on golf courses and sports fields.

Habitat: Lawns and fields

Appearance

The Bermuda Grass has fine, blue-green blades that are short and pointed. It forms dense, low-growing mats with wiry stems that spread along the ground. Its tiny flower spikes can sometimes have a purplish hue, standing taller than the main foliage.

KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassLiliopsidaOrderPoalesFamilyPoaceaeGenusCynodon

Bermuda Grass

Interesting facts

Bermuda Grass can grow a new plant from just a tiny piece of its stem!

It can go dormant and turn brown in winter, only to green up again in spring!

It's called 'devil grass' in some places because it's so hard to get rid of!

This grass is super popular for sports fields like golf courses and football pitches.

Special abilities

Bermuda Grass can send out long runners (stolons) along the ground, which helps it quickly colonize new areas and spread wide.

It has deep, strong roots (rhizomes) underground that help it survive droughts and bounce back quickly from damage.

Bermuda Grass can withstand heavy foot traffic and grazing, thanks to its durable structure, allowing it to thrive in busy spots.

Measurements & details

Height: 10-50 cm
Bloom Season: Summer
Is Edible: No
Toxicity: None
Lifecycle: Perennial
Pollination Method: Wind

Ecological connections

eats

cow

Bos taurus

A primary forage grass for livestock.

eats

Canada goose

Branta canadensis

Geese often graze on its tender shoots.

Traits

Evergreen

These wonderful plants keep their leaves or needles all year round, providing beautiful green scenery even in the chilliest months. They stay green forever!

Drought Tolerant

These clever plants are superstars at saving water, thriving even when it's dry and sunny with very little rain. They're nature's resourceful friends!