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Ephedra viridis / Bromus tectorum Ruderal Shrubland | Western Ecology Working Group of...
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Name: Ephedra viridis / Bromus tectorum Ruderal Shrubland Reference: Western Ecology Working Group of... Description: This shrub association results from disturbance of other shrubland types, either by persistent grazing or by fire. It occurs on hills, plateaus, ridges and canyon walls in western Colorado and southern Utah. Elevations range from 1450 to 1650 m (4760-5415 feet), and slopes range from gentle to steep. Soils are sandy and may be derived from eolian or alluvial deposits. <i>Ephedra viridis</i> dominates the open shrub layer in this association; few other shrubs are present or contribute more than 1% cover. The herbaceous layer is dominated by <i>Bromus tectorum</i>, although it is usually accompanied by native grasses, including <i>Hesperostipa comata, Poa fendleriana</i>, and <i>Poa secunda</i>. Other weedy herbaceous species may also be present, such as <i>Erodium cicutarium</i>.  Accession Code: VB.CC.31934.CEGL002355 Plot-observations of this Community Concept: 0
	Party Perspective according to: NatureServe (organization) Perspective from: 17-Nov-2014 to: 01-May-2019
	status: accepted This Community's Level: association This Community's Children: [none]		Names:   UID: ELEMENT_GLOBAL.2.769105 NatureServe Explorer   Translated: Mormon-tea / Cheatgrass Ruderal Shrubland   Scientific: Ephedra viridis / Bromus tectorum Ruderal Shrubland   Code: CEGL002355