Family: Liliaceae (not a true grass, that's for sure!)

Perennial, fire-resistant plant hardy to -20° F.  Native to Western US and , where it grows from just above sea level to alpine.  Resembles a bunchgrass, flowering creamy white up to 5 feet tall.  Native basket and hat making material, both decorative and watertight.  The plant is used in Native American medicine, the pounded roots poulticed on wounds to stop bleeding and heal.  Plant prefers rocky, fast-draining soil, part shade to full sun, in open, coniferous forest habitat.  Sow in fall or early spring.  Requires 12 to 16 weeks cold stratification.  Inoculate with mycorrhizal inoculant.  Grow out in a gallon pot for a year before transplanting.  50 seeds/pkt., Open Pollinated