Blue grama
common name-Blue grama
scientific name- Bouteloua gracilis
family- Poaceae
height- 6-20 inches
inflorescence-Panicles; branches 1-3, .5 to 1.5 inch long, often strongly curved
flowering period- June, July, August
blade description- Flat or rolled inward near tips, 1-7 inches long, very narrow,
ligules-Short fringe of hairs.
known use- Palatable and nutritious for livestock but provides low forage productivity.
interesting fact- Blue grama does not tolerate shade. It will survive extreme drought
location- Found on dry prairies, particularly in sandy or gravelly soils.