Galleta, James' galleta
Hilaria jamesii
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Basic Information
Family: Poaceae or Gramineae
Genus: hilaria
Plant ID (slug): hilaria-jamesii
Numeric ID: 24740
USDA Hardiness: 6-9
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Hilaria jamesii is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.3 m (1ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 7. It is in flower from July to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Wind. Suitable for: light (sandy) soils, prefers well-drained soil and can grow in nutritionally poor soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry soil and can tolerate drought.
Distribution
South-western N. America - Wyoming and Utah to Texas and California.
Habitats
Cultivated Beds;
Edible Uses
None known
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Hilaria jamesii Galleta, James' galleta