| Plant: A large perennial clumping green grass, reaching 10 feet. Sometimes listed as Elymus. |   |
| Flowers: Dense spike-like inflorescence. |   |
| Leaf: Large, up to 2 feet long and 3/4 inch wide. |  |
| Flowering period: | June to August |
| Use by Indians: | Leaves used in construction and as fibers. Fire
hardened stems used for arrow shafts. |
| Can be found here: | Big Canyon, Back Bay Dr. |
| Native Plant: Yes | Halophyte: No |
| Family Name: Grass |
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| Similar Species: Arundo |
Date: 10/17/2005
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