Plants of the San Marcos Foothills Preserve

Elymus condensatus (Giant Rye)

Somewhat common, native, perennial grass found in scattered locations, but common at restoration sites. Flowers are Inconspicuous (grass like). Blooms in spring. Previous scientific name: Leymus condensatus.

Elymus condensatus (giant rye grass). NATIVE Pictured in summer.

Elymus condensatus (giant rye grass). NATIVE Pictured in summer.

Elymus condensatus (giant rye grass). NATIVE Pictured in summer.