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Two-flowered Trichloris

Trichloris crinita

Last reviewed: June 2026

Two-flowered Trichloris (Trichloris crinita)
Photo: USDA-NRCS PLANTS Database / Wikimedia Commons (Public domain)

Light

full sun

Water

low

Size

24"–36" H × 3"–6" W

Bloom

Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Native to

TX

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Two-flowered Trichloris is a narrow, upright native grass that forms tight clumps with fine-textured foliage. It produces delicate seed heads from spring through summer and goes dormant in winter, turning tan or brown.

In an HOA neighborhood

Two-flowered Trichloris is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 2 out of 5.

Works well in: front yard, mid zone.

  • Cut back in late winter

Wildlife value

This grass provides seed for birds and small wildlife. The fine foliage offers some cover for insects and small creatures.

Common questions

How much sun does Two-flowered Trichloris need?
Two-flowered Trichloris grows best in full sun conditions.
When does Two-flowered Trichloris bloom?
Two-flowered Trichloris blooms in March, April, May, June, July, and August.
Where is Two-flowered Trichloris native?
Two-flowered Trichloris (Trichloris crinita) is native to TX, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
Is Two-flowered Trichloris HOA-friendly?
Two-flowered Trichloris is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.

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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