California oat grass

California oat grass (Danthonia californica)

California oat grass, also known as California oatgrass

**California oat grass (Danthonia californica)** is a bunchgrass native to western North America, including coastal prairies in Oregon and northern California, as well as in Chile. It exhibits variability in its leaf texture, with some plants having leaves with hairs and others being hairless. Known for its resilience, California oat grass can endure foot traffic and often thrives in disturbed soils.

Key Facts About California oat grass

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Attributes of California oat grass

Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Grass
Plant Height
38 cm to 89 cm
Spread
Approximately 30 centimeters
Leaf Color
Green
Flower Size
Not Applicable (grains/flowers are not large)
Flower Color
Yellow Green Purple Brown

Scientific Classification of California oat grass

Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Monocotyledons
Order
Poales
Family
Grass
Genus
Oatgrasses
Species
California oat grass