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Indian Ricegrass

Achnatherum hymenoides, Poaceae

Zones
4–9
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Beneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

Low

Soil pH

6 – 8

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Wholeleaf Indian PaintbrushCastilleja integra
Nurse PlantWind Protection
Prince PlumeStanleya pinnata
Wind ProtectionBeneficial Insect Habitat
Scarlet GiliaIpomopsis aggregata
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat
Idaho FescueFestuca idahoensis
Wind ProtectionBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Woolly PaperflowerPsilostrophe tagetina

Indian ricegrass can form dense stands that compete with and potentially suppress desert wildflowers through root competition

Uses

Functions

Erosion ControlFood

Edible Parts

Seeds

Common Questions

What zones does Indian Ricegrass grow in?

Indian Ricegrass grows in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 9.

What are good companion plants for Indian Ricegrass?

Good companions for Indian Ricegrass include Wholeleaf Indian Paintbrush, Prince Plume, Scarlet Gilia, Idaho Fescue.

Design guilds with Indian Ricegrass and see companion relationships visually.

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