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Hesperostipa comata ssp. comata Needle and thread

Previous scientific name(s): Hesperostipa comata var. comata, Stipa comata, Stipa comata ssp. intonsa

Also known as Stipa comata. Cool season, very drought tolerant, short-lived perennial bunchgrass adapted to coarse, well-drained soils. Provides good forage when green but after maturity, the sharp needle-like seed can cause festering sores in animals. Extensively used for revegetating drastically disturbed sites and blowout areas.

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Species Attributes

Height:

25 in. or taller

Life Form:

Bunchgrass

Native or Introduced:

Native

Season:

Cool

Sun & Shade Tolerance:

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Elevation:

ft.

Precipitation:

5 in.

Soil Texture
Coarse:

Average

Moderately Coarse:

Best

Medium:

Best

Moderately Fine:

Average

Fine:

Not Adapted

Soil pH
Acidic:

Not Adapted

Neutral:

Best

Basic:

Average

Seeding Rate:

10 - 14 PLS lbs/Acre

Pure Seed per Bushel:

29.10 lbs.

Seeds per Pound:

115,000

Germination Time:

Days

Mycorrhizal Dependent:

Yes

Planting Season:

Fall

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