Altai Wildrye

Leymus angustus

Altai Wildrye

Loren St John, USDA NRCS Aberdeen, ID PMC

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Poaceae
Genus:
Leymus
Species:
Leymus angustus

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Graminoid
Height:
3-4 ft
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Bloom Months:
jun, aug

Native Range

Canada: Alberta, British Columbia, Saskatchewan, Yukon

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 saline and alkaline soils