Nassella comata (Needlgrass)

Nassella comata, commonly known as Needlgrass, is a perennial bunchgrass native to western North America. It is known for its distinctive, long, needle-like awns that protrude from the flowerheads. Needlgrass grows in dense clumps with green foliage that turns golden in the summer. It is a highly adaptable plant that can tolerate a wide range of soil types and is commonly found in prairies, meadows, and open woodlands.