Melica nitens (Scribn.) Nutt. ex Piper
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- Family
- Poaceae
- Botanical Name
- Melica nitens (Scribn.) Nutt. ex Piper
- Common Name
- Three-flower Melic
- Synonym(s)
- Flora of Virginia Name/Status
- Melica nitens (Scribn.) Nutt. ex Piper
- Comments
- This predominantly Midwestern grass occurs as a scattered disjunct in Central Appalachian woodlands and barrens.
- Habitat
- Dry rocky woodlands, bluffs, and cliffs; mostly on limestone and dolostone, occasionally on calcareous shale or metasiltstone. Rare in the mountains.
- Native Status
- Native
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