Family: Poaceae
eastern riverbank wild-rye, riverbank wild-rye, streambank wild-rye
[Elymus canadensis var. riparius L.]
Emmet J. Judziewicz
Steve C. Garske
University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, Robert W. Freckmann Herbarium (UWSP)
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
Floristic Rating: Coefficient of Conservatism = 6, Wetland Indicator = FACW USDA Plants Database: Federal Distribution and detailed information including photos Grasses of Iowa: Detailed photographs, descriptions, maps
Emmet J. Judziewicz
Steve C. Garske
Christopher Noll
Emmet J. Judziewicz
Botanical Illustration
