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Grass (Poaceae)

ISM Herbarium : Prairie Herbs : Grass (Poaceae)

Sorghastrum nutans (Indian Grass)
There is a hand-written note on this herbarium sheet of Indian Grass stating that this grass is said to be the most beautiful of all native grasses. The specimen shows a part of the roots, the long leaves, and two flower clusters.

Collection of the Illinois State Museum
ISM Herbarium Sheet #: 93761

<i>Sorghastrum nutans</i> (Indian Grass)

ISM Herbarium : Prairie Herbs : Grass (Poaceae)

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