Western Rye Grass

Carried by 2 nurseries

Estimated plant range Estimated plant range

Data provided by the participants of the Consortium of California Herbaria

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Plant description

Western Rye Grass (Elymus glaucus ssp. glaucus) is a native grass that grows in northern, southern and central California. It tends to grow in open places, at elevations from 0-8200 feet.

Plant overview

Plant type

Grass

Size

5 ft Tall

Color

Brown

Landscaping information

Sun

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Propagation

For propagating by seed: No treatment.

Sunset Zones

1, 2*, 3*, 6*, 7, 14, 15*, 16*, 17

Natural setting

Site type

Open places

Plant communities

Chaparral, Woodland, Forest

Wildlife supported

Caterpillars

Butterflies

Butterflies and moths supported

0 confirmed and 10 likely

Confirmed Likely

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Apamea cuculliformis

Glassy Borer

Apamea devastator

Chionodes figurella

Nevada Skipper

Hesperia nevada

Alternative names

Common names:

Blue Wildrye

Sources

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