Fringe Bromegrass

Bromus ciliatus L.
Fringed bromegrass is a tall, loosely tufted, cool season, perennial native bunchgrass. It is effective for erosion control and valued in revegetation mixes for disturbed sites. This species is also very palatable for both ungulate wildlife and livestock throughout the growing season.
Fringed bromegrass is a bunchgrass with fibrous roots.
Stems grow to 60 to 100 cm (24 to 39 in.) tall, frequently with hairy nodes. Leaves are dark green, 10 cm (4 in.) wide and hairy at least on one side. The veining is prominent on both sides of the leaf. No auricles.
Seed heads form in open panicles that are 10 to 20 cm (4 to 8 in.) long with 4 to 10 flowers and long spikelets. Seeds are large and fuzzy when mature in mid-August.