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Common Name: Inland Saltgrass
Scientific Name: Distichlis spicata stricta
Native / Introduced: Native
Main Uses:
~Wetland restoration
~Rangeland
~Wildlife Habitat Improvement
Height: 6 – 12 inches
Root Type: Sod
Growing Season: Warm
Soil Types: Medium to fine textured, poorly drained
Tolerances:
~Salt and alkali
~Poorly drained soil
~Fire
Sun or Shade: Full sun
Minimum Precipitation: 8 inches
Lifecycle: Perennial
Planting Seed Rate: 6-12 lbs/acre
Estimated Seeds Per Pound: 518,000 seeds
Optimal Planting Season: Late spring or summer
Planting Depth: 1/4 inch
Stratification Requirements: None
Category: Grass
 
Description:
The Inland Saltgrass is a warm-season grass that grows perennially and forms sod through its rhizomatous nature. It can be found in coastal regions of both the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans, extending to the dry western states. This grass exhibits drought tolerance and has the ability to thrive in saline water. It specifically prefers poorly drained soils that are high in salt and alkali content.
 
One of the primary uses of Inland Saltgrass is to facilitate soil stabilization in wet areas. The dense and interconnected roots of salt marsh plants act as a protective barrier between the ocean and the shore, safeguarding the land from pollutants and runoff-associated chemicals. This grass is particularly beneficial in saline and alkaline wetlands. Additionally, it provides advantages to wildlife residing in these wet regions.
 
While Inland Saltgrass can be utilized for pastures, it possesses low palatability. However, it does exhibit some tolerance to grazing and trampling.
 
Resources:
NRCS Profile: https://plants.usda.gov/home/plantProfile?symbol=DISP
NRCS Plant Guide: https://plants.usda.gov/DocumentLibrary/plantguide/pdf/pg_disp.pdf
NRCS Fact Sheet: https://plants.usda.gov/DocumentLibrary/factsheet/pdf/fs_disp.pdf