Shoshone Ricegrass

Piptatheropsis shoshoneana

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Poaceae
Genus:
Piptatheropsis
Species:
Piptatheropsis shoshoneana

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Graminoid
Height:
1-2 ft
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Months:
may, jun, jul, aug
Bloom Colors:
Green, Brown

Native Range

United States: Idaho, Nevada

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rocky, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
pH:
6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
native to arid, mountainous regions