American Beach Grass

a cartoon drawing of two patches of grass on a sand dune
Dune Grass

Anna Weiner
used with permission

 

American Beachgrass (Ammophila breviligulata)

American beachgrass is a native evergreen perennial grass which grows from horizontal and vertical underground rhizomes. This species adapts to shifting sands by growing additional stems when buried, helping to stabilize dunes and reduce erosion.

Last updated: February 19, 2025

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