Curved Sicklegrass
Parapholis incurva
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
4"–12" H × 2"–8" W
Bloom
Apr, May, Jun, Jul
Native to
AL, CA, DE, FL and 10 more states
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Curved sicklegrass is a small annual grass with distinctive curved, sickle-shaped seed heads that bloom from spring through mid-summer. This low-growing grass forms small tufts and thrives in full sun with minimal water requirements.
In an HOA neighborhood
Curved Sicklegrass 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.
- Very small stature may appear sparse or patchy
- Annual lifecycle creates seasonal gaps
- Uncommon grass may be mistaken for weeds
Wildlife value
This grass provides seeds for small birds and ground-dwelling wildlife. As an annual grass, it offers habitat structure for beneficial insects during its growing season.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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