Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hymenoides
ID:
883199

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ricker ex Piper

Source:
wcs

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. xi. 109 (1906).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000882534

Common Names

  • Indian Ricegrass
  • Indian Oryzopsis
  • Indian Spikegrass

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Description

Oryzopsis hymenoides (also called Western Ricegrass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to the western United States. It has a tufted growth habit and grows to a height of 1-2 feet. It prefers dry, sandy soils and is often found in open, dry areas such as rangelands and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Oryzopsis hymenoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for erosion control, as a ground cover, and as a forage crop for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Oryzopsis hymenoides is a small, white, spike-like inflorescence. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened caryopsis. Seedlings have a long, narrow, pointed cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oryzopsis hymenoides is a perennial grass that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate some drought, but will not thrive in dry conditions. It is best grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 8-11.

Where to Find Oryzopsis hymenoides

Oryzopsis hymenoides can be found in the western United States, including California, Oregon, Nevada, and Arizona. It is also found in parts of Mexico and Canada.

Oryzopsis hymenoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oryzopsis hymenoides?

Oryzopsis hymenoides

What is the common name of Oryzopsis hymenoides?

Indian Wildrye

What is the natural habitat of Oryzopsis hymenoides?

Dry, rocky or sandy soils in open woodlands and prairies

Species in the Poaceae family

Achnatherum pekinense, Achnatherum pubicalyx, Achnatherum sibiricum, Achnatherum turcomanicum, Achnatherum brandisii, Achnatherum bromoides, Achnatherum calamagrostis, Achnatherum confusum, Achnatherum inebrians, Achnatherum jacquemontii, Achnatherum virescens, Achnatherum paradoxum, Achnatherum nakaii, Achnatherum pelliotii, Achnatherum haussknechtii, Achnatherum mandavillei, Achnatherum pilosum, Achnatherum parviflorum, Achnatherum staintonii, Aciachne acicularis, Aciachne flagellifera, Aciachne pulvinata, Acidosasa breviclavata, Acidosasa brilletii, Acidosasa chinensis, Acidosasa edulis, Acidosasa glauca, Acidosasa guangxiensis, Acidosasa lingchuanensis, Acidosasa nanunica, Acidosasa notata, Acidosasa purpurea, Acidosasa venusta, Acidosasa carinata, Acostia gracilis, Acrachne henrardiana, Acrachne perrieri, Acrachne racemosa, Acritochaete volkensii, Acroceras amplectens, Acroceras attenuatum, Acroceras boivinii, Acroceras bosseri, Acroceras calcicola, Acroceras chaseae, Acroceras diffusum, Acroceras elegans, Acroceras excavatum, Acroceras fluminense, Acroceras gabunense,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-426790: Based on the initial data import
Charles Piper (1867-1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Piper' in the authors string.
Percy Leroy Ricker (1878-1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ricker' in the authors string.