James' Galleta
Hilaria jamesii
- Native to:
- United States
iNaturalist: © aspidoscelis (iNaturalist #216644152)
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Poaceae
- Genus:
- Hilaria
- Species:
- Hilaria jamesii
- USDA Symbol:
- PLJA
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Graminoid
- Height:
- 60 cm
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- High
- Lawn Substitute:
- Yes
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Wildlife Value:
- birds, small mammals
- Deer Resistant:
- Yes
- Fire Ecology:
- Fire adapted — tolerates or benefits from fire
- Fire Notes:
- Tolerates fire; resprouts from basal crowns after low-severity burns.
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
- pH:
- 6.0 - 8.0 (neutral to slightly alkaline)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- adapted to arid desert conditions
Propagation & Germination
Pre-treatment: None required
Establishment: P. jamesii is found from Wyoming, Nevada, western Kansas and Colorado south to Texas, New Mexico, and Arizona.
Source: npn.rngr.net
Where to Buy
Nationwide Seller
- Native American Seed (nursery and seeds)