Family: Poaceae
Minnesota wild-rye, unequal-glumed wild-rye
[Elymus canadensis var. interruptus L., more...]
from USDA Plants website
University of Wisconsin - Madison (WIS-VP)
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 grass
Conservation Status: Native
Plants: perennial grass
Conservation Status: Native
Flora of North America: Flora of North America Floristic Rating: Coefficient of Conservatism = 5 USDA Plants Database: Federal Distribution and detailed information including photos Grasses of Iowa: Detailed photographs, descriptions, maps
from USDA Plants website