Melica spectabilis
Showy Melicgrass, Showy Oniongrass
Also known as: Bromelica spectabilis (Scribn.) W.A.Weber +2 more
- Bromelica spectabilis (Scribn.) W.A.Weber
- Melica bulbosa var. spectabilis (Scribn.) B.Boivin
- Melica scabrata Scribn. ex Piper & Beattie
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Poaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial.
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Melica spectabilis (commonly known as Showy Melicgrass or Showy Oniongrass) is a grass within the Poaceae family. It originates in North America. In its natural range, this species typically occurs in 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., Western Canada
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Alberta, British Columbia, California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington, Wyoming