Nolina microcarpa
Bear Grass
Also known as: Beaucarnea microcarpa (S.Watson) Baker +1 more
- Beaucarnea microcarpa (S.Watson) Baker
- Nolina caudata Trel.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Asparagaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial.
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Originating in North America, Nolina microcarpa (commonly known as Bear-Grass) is a herbaceous perennial belonging to the Asparagaceae family. Within its native range, this species is primarily associated with desert or dry shrubland conditions.
Macro Climate
Arid
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Mexico, South-Central U.S.A., Southwestern U.S.A.
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Arizona, Mexico Northeast, Mexico Northwest, New Mexico