How much sun does Catchfly Grass need?

Catchfly Grass grows best in part sun conditions.

When does Catchfly Grass bloom?

Catchfly Grass blooms in July, August, and September.

Where is Catchfly Grass native?

Catchfly Grass (Leersia lenticularis) is native to AL, AR, FL, GA and 17 more states, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.

Is Catchfly Grass toxic to livestock?

The USDA PLANTS Database does not flag Catchfly Grass as toxic to livestock.

Is Catchfly Grass HOA-friendly?

Catchfly Grass takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Catchfly Grass

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Leersia lenticularis

Last reviewed: August 2026

Toxicity unknown

Catchfly Grass (Leersia lenticularis) is not listed by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (opens in new tab) or the other sources we check, so we have no verdict for it either way. Absence from those lists is not a clearance. If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.

The USDA PLANTS Database (opens in new tab) does not flag Catchfly Grass as toxic to livestock.

Light

part sun

Water

medium

Size

12"–36" H × 6"–18" W

Bloom

Jul, Aug, Sep

Native to

AL, AR, FL, GA and 17 more states

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Catchfly grass is a native perennial grass that forms compact clumps in partially shaded areas. It produces delicate seed heads from summer through early fall and tolerates moderate moisture conditions well.

In an HOA neighborhood

Catchfly Grass takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: low. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Works well in: backyard only.

Has a wild, informal appearance that resembles weedy grasses
May go dormant or look unkempt during winter months
Not widely recognized as an intentional landscape plant

Wildlife value

This grass provides seed for birds and nesting material, though it offers limited nectar resources for pollinators.

Common questions

How much sun does Catchfly Grass need?: Catchfly Grass grows best in part sun conditions.
When does Catchfly Grass bloom?: Catchfly Grass blooms in July, August, and September.
Where is Catchfly Grass native?: Catchfly Grass (Leersia lenticularis) is native to AL, AR, FL, GA and 17 more states, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.
Is Catchfly Grass toxic to livestock?: The USDA PLANTS Database does not flag Catchfly Grass as toxic to livestock.
Is Catchfly Grass HOA-friendly?: Catchfly Grass takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Native range data from vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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