Glyceria grandis - American Manna Grass (Plant) Annual A low-growing groundcover with foliage

A low-growing groundcover with foliage that has a beautiful reddish tinge

including the Tohono O’odham of the Sonoran Desert and the Rarámuri of the Sierra Tarahumara

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Cold Hardy to 15 degrees F Distribution North Western CA

Glyceria grandis - American Manna Grass (Plant) Annual A low-growing groundcover with foliageRare in California. Excellent ornamental bunchgrass for wet areas. Great as a foundation planting near a pond, stream, or wet meadow. Plant Characteristics Family Name Poaceae Species Name Glyceria grandis Common Name American Manna Grass Plant Type Grass Grass Like Sun Exposure Coast Sun, Coast Part Sun, Inland Sun, Inland Part Sun, Water Requirement High Soil Type Any Flower Color White, Cream Flowering Months June, July, August Evergreen Deciduous