James Galleta Grass
James Galleta Grass
Pleuraphis Jamesii
Plant type:
Grass
Lifecycle:
Perennial
Growing season:
Warm
Seedling rate:
2-6
Soil
Acceptable soil conditions:
Clay,
Loam,
Silt,
Sand
Soil Conditions:
Alkaline
Location
Min elevation:
3500
Max elevation:
7500
Counties:
Apache County,
Cochise County,
Coconino County,
Mohave County,
Navajo County,
Yavapai County
Reproduction & Growth
Growth rate:
Moderate
Germination overall:
Low
Germination rate:
Moderate
Germination requirements:
moist conditions
Reproduction:
Moderate
Establishment:
Moderate
Lifespan:
Moderate
Survival:
Moderate
Ecological
Best suited for these site conditions:
Cold
Fire
Riparian
Best suited for these management goals:
Erosion control
Forage production
Wildlife habitat
Additional Information
Warning:
Commercial availability:
Commonly available
Notes:
For erosion control increase seeding rate to 4-12, depending on intensity. Can develop deep rhizomatic sods under favorable conditions