Cynosurus — 1 species

Cultivation

Cynosurus cristatus thrives in all temperate climates and is very resistant to cold An easily grown plant, it prefers well-drained, nutrient rich soils, growing best in a loamy-clayey soil with a pH of around 5 - 7. Heavily waterlogged or very light sandy soils are not suitable. The roots penetrate to a considerable depth, making the plant very tolerant of drought, but it prefers growing in a more humid climate.