Spartina alterniflora x S. foliosa
smooth hybrid cordgrass
Family: Poaceae · Type: Monocot (Grass)
Conservation status: Cal-IPC Yes
Spartina alterniflora x S. foliosa (smooth hybrid cordgrass) is a California monocot (grass) in the Poaceae family.
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Identification and appearance
Key characters: Differentiators are not available at this time.
Conservation status
Cal-IPC Yes
How to tell it apart
Differentiators are not available at this time.
Frequently asked questions
What plant family does Spartina alterniflora x S. foliosa belong to?
Spartina alterniflora x S. foliosa is in the Poaceae family, genus Spartina.
Is Spartina alterniflora x S. foliosa invasive in California?
Spartina alterniflora x S. foliosa is listed by Cal-IPC with an invasiveness rating of Yes.
Related species
Other California species in the same genus, family, or bioregion.
Last updated 2026-04-14
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