Squirreltail-Elymus elymoides

This common, perennial, native bunch grass is squirreltail (Elymus elymoides). It is often found in sagebrush habitats up to alpine areas. This species of wild rye grows to about a foot or two tall and is found throughout western North America.

The inflorescence somewhat resembles a bottlebrush. It is good forage for wildlife and livestock.

The old awns are very spiky and not palatable at all.
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