Urostachys Passerinoides Var. Nitens

Bluebunch wheatgrass, scientifically known as Urostachys passerinoides var. nitens, is a hardy perennial grass native to the western United States and parts of Canada. This resilient plant thrives in arid and semi-arid environments, often found in sagebrush steppe and grassland ecosystems. Its deep root system helps prevent soil erosion and makes it an important component of native plant communities. Bluebunch wheatgrass is valued for its ability to withstand drought and grazing, making it a key species in restoration projects. Its blue-green foliage and tufted growth habit make it both ecologically and aesthetically significant.