Melica californica
California Melic
Also known as: Melica californica var. californica +2 more
- Melica californica var. californica
- Melica californica var. nevadensis Boyle
- Melica longiligula Scribn. & Kearney
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Poaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial.
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Melica californica (commonly known as California melic) is a grass belonging to the Poaceae family. Originating in North America, this species is primarily associated with temperate conditions.
Macro Climate
Temperate
Plant Type
Grass
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Northwestern U.S.A., Southwestern U.S.A.
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
California, Oregon