Family: Poaceae
Canada wild-rye, more..., Great Plains wild-rye
[Elymus canadensis f. crescendus L., more, Elymus canadensis f. glaucifolius L., Elymus crescendus (Ramaley) L.C.Wheeler, Elymus philadelphicus L.]
Etymology: Elymus: Greek name for a type of grain, meaning generally to roll up," referring to lemma and palea which are tightly rolled about the seed Plants: perennial, 4'-5' tall grass Flowers: blooms July-Aug. Habitat: full sun; dry, moderate moisture, to wet; prairies, inland sands; in sandy, loamy soil
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