Mountain muhly facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Mountain muhly |
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Muhlenbergia
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montana
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Muhlenbergia montana, also known as mountain muhly, is a type of grass. It grows naturally in North and Central America. You can find it in many places, including the Western United States, the Sierra Nevada mountains, Mexico, and Guatemala.
This grass likes to grow in different places. It can be found in grasslands, rocky areas, mountains, and open spaces.
About Mountain Muhly
What Does It Look Like?
Mountain muhly is a perennial bunchgrass. This means it lives for more than two years and grows in clumps or bunches. Its stems usually stand 10 to 40 centimeters (about 4 to 16 inches) tall.
The plant's flowers grow in an open, airy cluster called an inflorescence. This cluster has branches that spread out or stand upright. On these branches, you'll find small, special parts called spikelets. Each spikelet has a thin, bristle-like part called an awn.
Where Does Its Name Come From?
The second part of the grass's scientific name, montana, is a Latin word. It means "of the mountains" or "coming from mountains." This name fits well because mountain muhly often grows in mountain areas!
