Columbia Needlegrass

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Data provided by the participants of the Consortium of California Herbaria

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Plant description

Columbia Needlegrass (Achnatherum nelsonii) is a native grass that grows in Northern, Southern and Central California, primarily in the Modoc Plateau region. It tends to grow in open spaces and meadows, at elevations from 1600-11500 feet.

Plant overview

Plant type

Grass

Size

6 ft Tall

Color

Brown

Landscaping information

Sun

Full Sun

Natural setting

Site type

Open spaces and meadows

Plant communities

Sagebrush Scrub

Wildlife supported

Caterpillars

Butterflies

Butterflies and moths supported

0 confirmed and 4 likely

Confirmed Likely

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Alternative names

Common names:

Nelson Achnatherum

Botanical names:

Achnatherum nelsonii

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