Glyceria grandis - American Manna Grass (Plant) Annual California ground squirrels roll in

California ground squirrels roll in rattlesnake skins to hide their scent from hungry snakes

Spreads by rhizomes more aggressively than other mallows (can go 20' or more)

due to habitat loss from pesticides

Larger than 'Silver Carpet' but still compact enough for small gardens and borders

including the Tohono O’odham of the Sonoran Desert and the Rarámuri of the Sierra Tarahumara

Glyceria grandis - American Manna Grass (Plant) Annual California ground squirrels roll inRare in California. Excellent ornamental bunchgrass for wet areas. Great as a foundation planting near a pond, stream, or wet meadow. Plant Characteristics Family Name Poaceae Species Name Glyceria grandis Common Name American Manna Grass Plant Type Grass Grass Like Sun Exposure Coast Sun, Coast Part Sun, Inland Sun, Inland Part Sun, Water Requirement High Soil Type Any Flower Color White, Cream Flowering Months June, July, August Evergreen Deciduous