Indian Ricegrass
Needle and Thread Grass Another bunch grass found in similar sites in the park is the eye catching needle-and-thread grass (Stipa comata). This tall, droopy grass also likes sandy sites and has a needle-like seed head with a large awn, or tail, which is infamous for piercing animals’ skin or feet. This tail coils as it dries, working to plant itself into the earth. |
Last updated: February 24, 2015