Sorghum halepense

Johnson grass

Johnson grass (Sorghum halepense) is a perennial grass that can reach a height of two meters and originates from the Mediterranean region. In North America, it can be found growing wild in mild regions, on or in fields, on roadsides or dams.

Sorghum halepense

Characteristics & Description

Height, habit: Grassy, perennial plant, 80 to 150 centimeters
Poisonous: No
Origin: Mediterranean region (North Africa, West Asia, tropical Asia) and as an introduced species also in Europe, North America, South America (distribution map)
USDA zone: 8 (19 °F/-7°C)

Sorghum halepense

Botany

Name: Sorghum halepense
Family: Poaceae

Sorghum halepense

Sorghum halepense

Sorghum halepense

Sorghum halepense

Sorghum halepense

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