Hilaria sp.
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Family: Poaceae · Type: Perennial · Native
Hilaria sp. is a native California perennial in the Poaceae family.
How to tell it apart
vs Pappostipa: Hilaria has three spikelets grouped at nodes; Pappostipa has single spikelets.; vs Aristida: Hilaria has three-spikelet clusters; Aristida has single spikelets with three-part awns.; vs Panicum: Hilaria has solid stems with three-spikelet nodes; Panicum has hollow stems with single spikelets.; vs Schismus: Hilaria has three clustered spikelets per node; Schismus has single spikelets in open panicles.; vs Hordeum: Hilaria has solid stems; Hordeum has hollow stems between nodes.
Frequently asked questions
Is Hilaria sp. native to California?
Yes. Hilaria sp. is native to California (recorded as native).
What plant family does Hilaria sp. belong to?
Hilaria sp. is in the Poaceae family, genus Hilaria.
Related species
Other California species in the same genus, family, or bioregion.
Sources: Jepson eFlora · CalPhotos
Last updated 2026-04-14
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