Western Needlegrass

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Data provided by the participants of the Consortium of California Herbaria

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Plant description

Western Needlegrass (Achnatherum occidentale) is a native grass that grows in Northern, Southern and Central California, primarily in the Klamath Mountain Range and Peninsular Range regions. It tends to grow in open , at elevations from 4000-11500 feet.

Plant overview

Plant type

Grass

Size

4 ft Tall

Color

Brown

Landscaping information

Sun

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Propagation

For propagating by seed: No treatment.

Natural setting

Site type

Open dry places

Plant communities

Alpine Fell-Fields, Lodgepole Forest, Red Fir Forest, Subalpine Forest, Yellow Pine Forest

Wildlife supported

Caterpillars

Butterflies

Butterflies and moths supported

1 confirmed and 3 likely

Confirmed Likely

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Alternative names

Common names:

Western Stipa

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