Oryzopsis hymenoides Indian millet (Gramineae)

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Oryzopsis hymenoides
Indian millet
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The Oryzopsis hymenoides plant species is found in Western N. America - British Columbia to Manitoba, south to Texas, California and Mexico. It is a member of the Gramineae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Indian millet. Some home gardeners know the variety as O. cuspidata. O. membranacea. Stipa hymenoides. S. membranacea.

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Latin Name:  Oryzopsis hymenoides
Common Name:  Indian millet
Family:  Gramineae
Author:  (Roem.&Schult.)Ricker.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.6   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Sandy prairies and rocky slopes[43].

Cultivation Notes: Succeeds in any moderately fertile moisture retentive soil in full sun[200]. This species is unlikely to tolerate temperatures lower than about -5°c, and so will only be suitable for the milder areas of the country[213]. Currently (1992) being tested for its potential as a perennial cereal for sandy soils in dry regions[183].

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