Bear Bear Lily Elk Basket Quip-quip Soap Squaw Turkeybeard (Xerophyllum tenax)

You will get 88 seeds of Xerophyllum tenax, BEAR BEAR LILY ELK BASKET QUIP-QUIP SOAP SQUAW TURKEYBEARD for planting.

Xerophyllum tenax, also known as bear grass or Indian basket grass, is a North American plant that grows up to 150 cm in height. It plays an important role in fire ecology, as its rhizomes survive fires and promote new growth. Native Americans have used this plant for weaving garments and baskets, and it provides habitat and food for various wildlife species.

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 120 days

Germination: surface sow and keep moist, tamp the soil. Cover to keep light out. Remove cover after germination.