Switchgrass (Panicum virgatum) | Triple 5 Plant Codex

# Switchgrass (Panicum virgatum) | Triple 5 Plant Codex ## Identification Block - **Accepted Scientific Name:** *Panicum virgatum* - **Family:** Poaceae - **Common Names:** Switchgrass - **Scope Statement:** This page covers *Panicum virgatum* in the context of the Triple 5 Plant Codex for riparian, wild, and woody forage management in TN/KY. ## Required Page Structure ### 1. Overview Switchgrass is a native species relevant to wild forage and riparian systems in the Mid-South. It is classified under the Poaceae family and is commonly identified in forage, pasture, native contexts. ### 6. Toxicity and Animal Interaction - **Toxicity Level:** Low - **Species Affected:** horses, sheep - **Exposure Scenarios:** Risks associated with low toxicity level, especially for horses, sheep. ### 11. Homestead Decision Guidance **Monitor.** Decision based on low toxicity and non-invasive status. ### 12. Source Reference Appendix - [USDA PLANTS Profile](https://plants.usda.gov/home/search?query=Panicum%20virgatum) - [UT Extension - Riparian Management](https://utextension.tennessee.edu/) - [UK Extension - Forage Resources](https://forages.ca.uky.edu/) ## Structured Data - **Title:** Switchgrass (Panicum virgatum) | Triple 5 Plant Codex - **Slug:** switchgrass - **Common Name:** Switchgrass - **Scientific Name:** Panicum virgatum - **Family:** Poaceae - **Categories:** forage, pasture, native - **Toxicity Level:** low - **Animals Affected:** horses, sheep - **Invasive Status:** non-invasive - **Native Status:** native