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Pleuraphis rigida Big galleta

Previous scientific name(s): Hilaria rigida

Formerly known as Hilaria rigida. Warm season, strongly rhizomatous perennial which grows in large clumps and with a shrub-like growth form. Grows best on sandy or gravelly soils, does poorly on clay soils. Tolerates drought better than any other species in the Hilaria genus. Greens up quickly after spring rains and again in the fall when moisture is available. Occurs over large expanses of sand dunes in the Sonoran and Mohave Desert communities. Good reclamation species for sandy or rocky sites.

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Species Attributes

Height:

13 - 24 in. or taller

Life Form:

Bunchgrass

Native or Introduced:

Native

Season:

Warm

Sun & Shade Tolerance:

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Elevation:

ft.

Precipitation:

5 in.

Soil Texture
Coarse:

Average

Moderately Coarse:

Best

Medium:

Average

Moderately Fine:

Marginal

Fine:

Not Adapted

Soil pH
Acidic:

Not Adapted

Neutral:

Best

Basic:

Average

Seeding Rate:

4 - 7 PLS lbs/Acre

Pure Seed per Bushel:

4.50 lbs.

Seeds per Pound:

350,000

Germination Time:

Days

Mycorrhizal Dependent:

Yes

Planting Season:

Spring

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