Riverbank Wild Rye Grass
Elymus riparius
Poaceae
Native distribution
Native to the Finger Lakes Region
Cultivation
A 2-4' tall cool season clump grass with fine leaves and gracefully arching inflorescences that appear in early Agust.
Light: part shade to full sun.
Moisture and Soil: moist to dry.
Propagation
Seed Treatment and Storage: Store seeds dry. No stratification needed for excellent germination.
Wildlife value
Riparian wild rye flowers are wind pollinated. A variety of leafhoppers, aphids, stink bugs, larvae, caterpillars, and beetles likely feed on the foliage
Location
Mundy Wildflower Garden, Edwards Lake Cliffs Preserve
Status
L3|S5|G5