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Pleuraphis mutica (Tobosa grass)
Simpson, Benny

Pleuraphis mutica Buckl.

Tobosa grass, Tobosagrass

Poaceae (Grass Family)

Synonyms: Hilaria mutica

USDA Symbol: PLMU3

USDA Native Status: Native to U.S.

The 1-2 ft. stems of tobosa grass rise from a tough, rhizomatous base and are topped by a spike-like seed head to 3 in. long.

 

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Plant Characteristics

Duration: Perennial
Habit: Grass/Grass-like
Leaf: Green
Fruit:
Size Class: 1-3 ft.

Bloom Information

Bloom Color: Yellow

Distribution

USA: AZ , NM , OK , TX
Native Distribution: OK & w. TX to AZ & n. Mex.
Native Habitat: Dry mesas; rocky slopes; alluvial flats
USDA Native Status: L48(N)

Growing Conditions

Water Use: Low
Light Requirement: Sun
Soil Moisture: Dry
CaCO3 Tolerance: Low
Soil Description: Dry, rocky soils.
Conditions Comments: Not Available

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From the National Organizations Directory

According to the species list provided by Affiliate Organizations, this plant is either on display or available from the following:

Texas Parks and Wildlife Department - Austin, TX

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Additional resources

USDA: Find Pleuraphis mutica in USDA Plants
FNA: Find Pleuraphis mutica in the Flora of North America (if available)
Google: Search Google for Pleuraphis mutica

Metadata

Record Modified: 2007-01-01
Research By: TWC Staff

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