Big Galleta Grass
Hilaria rigida
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Details & Attributes
| Plant Type(s) | Grass |
| Native to Arizona | Yes! |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Sun | Full Sun |
| Pollinators | Wind |
| Size In relative feet, width by height |
3'×3' |
| Flowering Season | February - September |
| Flower Color | Brown / yellow spikelets |
| Leaf Description | Sheathes / blade shaped with small hairs |
| Fruit | Caryopsis (grain) |
| View on SEINet | View SEINet Entry |
| Range Map | View SEINet Range Map |
| Description | Often found in deserts, plains and rocky hills, this grass is very drought tolerant. It has fine hairs on it's leaves and inflorescences that aid in water retention. |
