Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
cismontana
ID:
697364

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dice

Source:
wcs

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Novon 5: 162 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000696697

Common Names

  • Cismontana Nolina
  • Cismontane Nolina
  • Cismontane Beargrass

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Description

Nolina cismontana (also called San Bernardino Beargrass, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asparagaceae family. It is native to the western United States and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Nolina cismontana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a groundcover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Nolina cismontana has yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nolina cismontana is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that grows up to 4 feet (1.2 m) tall. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division of the bulbs or by seed. The bulbs should be divided in the fall after the foliage has died back. Seeds should be sown in the fall.

Where to Find Nolina cismontana

Nolina cismontana is native to California.

Nolina cismontana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nolina cismontana?

Nolina cismontana

What is the common name of Nolina cismontana?

Mountain Beargrass

What is the natural habitat of Nolina cismontana?

It is native to the western United States, from California to Utah

Species in the Asparagaceae family

Acanthocarpus canaliculatus, Acanthocarpus humilis, Acanthocarpus parviflorus, Acanthocarpus preissii, Acanthocarpus robustus, Acanthocarpus rupestris, Acanthocarpus verticillatus, Agave acicularis, Agave acklinicola, Agave ajoensis, Agave aktites, Agave albescens, Agave albomarginata, Agave americana, Agave angustiarum, Agave angustifolia, Agave anomala, Agave antillarum, Agave apedicellata, Agave applanata, Agave arizonica, Agave arubensis, Agave asperrima, Agave atrovirens, Agave attenuata, Agave aurea, Agave avellanidens, Agave bahamana, Agave bicolor, Agave boldinghiana, Agave bovicornuta, Agave braceana, Agave bracteosa, Agave brevipetala, Agave brevispina, Agave brittoniana, Agave brunnea, Agave bulliana, Agave cacozela, Agave cajalbanensis, Agave calodonta, Agave capensis, Agave caribaeicola, Agave cerulata, Agave chamelensis, Agave chiapensis, Agave chrysantha, Agave chrysoglossa, Agave cocui, Agave collina,

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