(Xerophyllum tenax)
Bear grass is in the lily family! A beautiful addition to anyone looking to make their space a place of peace and bring in that pacific northwest beauty.
ZONE: 3-9
POLLINATOR: Pollinator Friendly
DEER RESISTANT: No, deer and elk love to eat these flowers
DROUGHT TOLERANT: Yes, highly once established
EROSION CONTROL: Yes
EVERGREEN: No
SPREADS BY SEED: Rhizome
NEEDS A CROSS POLLINATOR: No
AGE OF PLANT: 1+yr
MATURE HEIGHT: 2-3ft tall & 1-4ft wide
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BEAR GRASS
PLANTING & GROWING
Thrives in subalpine areas.
MEDICINAL BENEFITS
- The woody rhizomes were roasted or boiled to remove bitter flavor and create a starchy food source
- Roots were also used as a poultice to stop bleeding
- Underdeveloped seed pods are edible when cooked
Note: Do not consume or bath with if pregnant or trying to become pregnant. Always ask your health care provider if herbs are safe to consume while breast feeding.
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FLAVOR & PAIRING
No recommednations at this time.