Panicum virgatum L.

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Plant Details

Scientific Name: Panicum virgatum L.
Family Name: Poaceae Barnhart - Grass family
Common Name: switchgrass
Symbol: PAVI2
Group: Monocot
Rank: Species
Date Modified: Feb. 7, 2026, 4:01 a.m.

Duration

  • Perennial

Growth Habits

  • Graminoid

Synonyms

Wetland Ratings

AGCP AW CB EMP GP HI MW NCNE WMVC AK
FAC FACW FAC FAC FAC FAC FACW

Species Range Map