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Deer Grass (Rhexia virginica) is a perennial forb or herb native to the eastern United States, thriving in moist environments with light requirements and preferring sandy or medium soil types. Deer Grass (Latin: Rhexia virginica, family Mimaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Deer Grass is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Deer Grass is a member of the Mimaceae family native to ALA, ARK, CNT, DEL, WDC, and FLA. Deer Grass thrives in full sun and prefers moist, light (sandy) to medium soil.
Deer Grass grows best in USDA zone 3-7, full sun light, moist water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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