Stipa speciosa - Desert Needle Grass (Plant) Size:1G northern Peninsular Ranges Natural Habitat

northern Peninsular Ranges Natural Habitat Coastal bluffs

to AK Natural Habitat Streambanks

Mary Ellen Hannibal (Citizen Science)

after which main rosettes may die

Does best near the coast in areas with summer fog

Stipa speciosa - Desert Needle Grass (Plant) Size:1G northern Peninsular Ranges Natural HabitatTough cool season bunchgrass. Seed cluster is similar in shape to that of our state grass purple needle grass. Very ornamental. Recommended for hot, sunny areas. Plant Characteristics Family Name Poaceae Species Name Stipa speciosa Common Name Desert Needle Grass Plant Type Grass Grass Like Sun Exposure Coast Sun, Inland Sun, Water Requirement Low Soil Type Sand, fast draining Flower Color None Flowering Months April, May, June, July Evergreen