About Anthenantia villosa var. texana (Kral) Wipff & R.B.Shaw
Anthenantia villosa var. texana (Kral) Wipff & R.B.Shaw belongs to the species Anthenantia villosa, a grass that is commonly called green silkyscale. This species is native to the southeastern United States, ranging westward to Texas. It is a perennial grass that can grow up to 4 feet tall. Its leaves reach up to 12 centimeters in length, and are lined with silky hairs along their edges. The plant's inflorescence is a pale green panicle that bears hairy spikelets. This grass is attractive to cattle, and can be included in forage mixes. It is recognized as an indicator of good range condition.
