MONTANA GRASSES - 282 SPECIES IDENTIFICATION GUIDE
Identify grasses and grass-like plants across Montana - from ranch pastures to alpine meadows. Developed by Montana State University College of Agriculture. The definitive guide for ranchers, agronomists, students, and outdoor enthusiasts. Works 100% offline anywhere in Montana.
Perfect for ranching, agriculture, range management, grazing assessment, and exploring Montana's diverse grasslands. No cell service needed - all 282 species, photos, range maps, and descriptions work offline.
MONTANA'S ONLY COMPREHENSIVE GRASS GUIDE
282 grasses and graminoids including:
- Native Montana grasses
- Introduced and invasive species
- Agricultural and range grasses
- Forage species for livestock
- Alpine and subalpine grasses
- Prairie and grassland species
- Adjacent areas: Wyoming, Idaho, North Dakota, South Dakota, Alberta, Saskatchewan
POWERFUL IDENTIFICATION TOOLS
13-category search system filters by:
- Overall plant appearance
- Seed head type and shape
- Blade width and texture
- Auricle presence and type
- Ligule characteristics
- Sheath features
- Awn type
COMPREHENSIVE PLANT PROFILES
- Habitat type (prairie, forest, wetland, alpine, agricultural)
- Elevation range
- Origin (native or introduced)
- Flowering time
- Technical description and field marks
- Regional distribution
- Agricultural use
Browse by common name or scientific name. Tap any species to see multiple photos, detailed descriptions, Montana range maps, and identification tips.
MONTANA STATE UNIVERSITY EXPERTISE
Developed by MSU College of Agriculture faculty and staff from:
- Land Resources and Environmental Sciences Department
- Plant Sciences and Plant Pathology Department
Expert knowledge in crop development, native plant diversity, invasive species ecology, and range management. The authoritative resource for Montana grass identification.
WORKS ANYWHERE IN MONTANA
No internet required! Perfect for:
- Ranch and range management
- Pasture and grazing assessment
- Agricultural field work
- Yellowstone National Park grasslands
- Glacier National Park meadows
- Montana prairie regions
- Eastern Montana rangeland
- Mountain valleys and foothills
- Wildlife habitat evaluation
ESSENTIAL FOR MONTANA AGRICULTURE
EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES INCLUDED
- Grass identification basics (beginner-friendly guide)
- Illustrated grass anatomy diagrams
- Botanical glossary with definitions
- Ligule, auricle, and sheath identification guide
- Sources and references
- Montana ecoregions overview
KEY FEATURES
- 282 Montana grasses and graminoids
- 850+ high-quality photographs
- Montana range maps for each species
- Works 100% offline
- 13-category identification system
- Browse by common or scientific name
- Detailed botanical descriptions
- Native and introduced species
- Agricultural and forage information
- Favorites list (save and share species)
- Email and social sharing
- Free lifetime updates with new species
FOR EVERYONE
Whether you're a rancher, agronomist, range manager, farmer, extension agent, student, ecologist, wildlife biologist, land manager, outdoor enthusiast, or curious beginner - Montana Grasses helps you identify and understand the grasses that dominate Montana's agricultural and natural landscapes.
SUPPORT MONTANA CONSERVATION
A portion of revenues support the Montana Native Plant Society.
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Join ranchers, students, and land managers using Montana's definitive grass identification app. One-time purchase, lifetime access. Start identifying Montana grasses today - from ranch pastures to mountain meadows!
ABOUT MONTANA STATE UNIVERSITY
Montana State University, Montana's land-grant institution, integrates learning, discovery, and engagement. MSU's College of Agriculture leads research in crop development, native plant diversity, invasive plant ecology, and range management - expertise that makes Montana Grasses the most authoritative grass identification resource available.
