Elymus smithii (Rydb.) Gould

A widespread grass found throughout much of the United States, most common in the intermountain west. Elymus smithii is most readily recognized by its definitely asymmetric glumes and generally bluish foliage. This species is sometimes placed in the genus Pascopyrum.

Inflorescences at Burn Mesa State Park, Cimarron County, Oklahoma, 14 Jul 2012.

A spikelet at Burn Mesa State Park, 14 Jul 2012.

Stem & ligule at Burn Mesa State Park, 14 Jul 2012.