Hairgrass

There are three subspecies included in this description.  Together, they are found in all coastal counties of Florida and many inland ones.  As a grass, it is likely undercollected and it has likely been excluded by many agricultural practices, so at least one of these subspecies is potentially native throughout Florida.  Muhlenbergia capillaris var. capillaris is the subspecies that is most commonly available from nurseries.



Hedge, specimen plant, mass planting

Tolerant of occasional/brief inundation such as can occur in storm surges.



Moderate. Tolerant of salty wind and may get some salt spray. Exposure to salt spray would be uncommon (major storms).

Muhly grass forms a low canopy that small animals can use for shelter and refuge.

Small birds eat the seeds.

Flatwoods, marshes, scrub.

• Showy flowers, Showy fruits, Interesting foliage