Festuca thurberi
Thurber's Fescue
Also known as: Festuca tolucensis subsp. thurberi (Vasey) St.-Yves +1 more
- Festuca tolucensis subsp. thurberi (Vasey) St.-Yves
- Poa kaibensis M.E.Jones
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Poaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial.
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Festuca thurberi (commonly known as Thurber's fescue) is a grass belonging to the Poaceae family. Found natively in North America, this species is primarily associated with temperate conditions. The genus Festuca is notably large, comprising more than 650 species.
Macro Climate
Temperate
Plant Type
Grass
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Mexico, Northwestern U.S.A., South-Central U.S.A., Southwestern U.S.A.
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Arizona, Colorado, Mexico Northeast, New Mexico, Utah, Wyoming
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
South Carolina