Stipa speciosa - Desert Needle Grass (Plant) Flora A colorful selection of wildflowers

A colorful selection of wildflowers to bring a little California spring wherever you are

Plant Characteristics Family Name Myricaceae Species Name Morella californica Common Name Pacific Wax Myrtle

*Cal-IPC has delclared it invasive outside its native range

Perfect shrub for a moist shady spot

It is copiously illustrated with photographs and drawings

Stipa speciosa - Desert Needle Grass (Plant) Flora A colorful selection of wildflowersTough 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