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 Oryzopsis hymenoides
“Indian Rice Grass”
This beautiful & important western grass was a prime food source of
Native Americans who would grind the grain into flour to make bread.
Both the leaves and grain have a high nutritional value. “Indian Rice
Grass” has been steadily destroyed in its native habitat since the
1800’s; it is a grass worthy of restoration and preservation. The 1’-2’
flowering stems are beautifully airy & a graceful accent in rock garden,
or flower beds & a great sandy soil/meadow reclamation grass. By June,
it turns straw colored & remains this color until Winter rains renew its
growth. Often found in flower markets, many people grow it specifically
for cutting. Birds love the seeds!
Full Sun 
NO SUMMER WATER Perennial
Annie's Annuals
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