In the Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Chasmanthium latifolium is equally likely to be found in wetlands and non-wetland areas.

In the Western Mountains, Valleys, and Coast Chasmanthium latifolium is equally likely to be found in wetlands and non-wetland areas.

Here the substrate is frequently disturbed and is made of sand, acidic soils, and rocky outcrops.

[11] Chasmanthium latifolium is a shade-tolerant plant[12][13][14] and maintains a positive carbon uptake in dense canopies.

[17] It is used in landscaping in North America, where it is noted as a native grass that thrives in partial shade; the plant is recommended for USDA hardiness zones 3–9 in acidic sands, loams, and clays.

[18][19]Chasmanthium latifolium blooms in the late summer to early fall between the months of August and September.

[23] The specific epithet can be translated to "broad-leaved"[23] Chasmanthium latifolium is negatively impacted by invasive species like Lespedeza cuneata.

The Cocopah Nation would harvest, dry, and grind the seed heads and then mix them with water to make a rudimentary dough.

[27] Chasmanthium latifolium is planted as a perennial cool-season grass on old logging trails and landings to prevent erosion and provide wildlife habitat.