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Mountain Rice, scientifically known as Oryzopsis asperifolia, is a perennial grass native to a wide range of regions including Alberta, British Columbia, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, and many other northern U.S. Mountain Rice (Latin: Oryzopsis asperifolia) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Mountain Rice is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Mountain Rice is a member native to ABT, BRC, COL, CNT, IDA, and ILL. Mountain Rice thrives in full sun and prefers moist, well-drained soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Mountain Rice grows best in full sun light, moist water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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