species 12,288 observations

Blue Grama

Bouteloua gracilis

Field notes

Supports All

18 native animals
supported in the US

Caterpillars Moths and butterflies raised on it Pahaska Skipper, Simius Skipper, Leonard's Skipper, Garita Skipperling 11
Plant eaters Animals that feed on it Wild Turkey, Brewer's Sparrow, Red-winged Blackbird, Black-tailed Jackrabbit 7

Range

United States

Greener is more native, amber more introduced; paler is less certain. How this was decided

Key traits

Layer: Grasses and sedges
Light: Full sun
Moisture: Dry Well drained
Water use: Low Medium
Soil: Rocky
Drought tolerant: Yes
Resists: Black walnut Dry soil Erosion Pollution Poor soil
Habit: Clumping
Plant type: Ornamental grasses and sedges

From NC State Extension, the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center and USDA PLANTS.