The reference state is characterized by singleleaf pinyon with an understory of mountain big sagebrush and bluegrass. Common understory grasses include Idaho fescue and bluebunch wheatgrass. Bluebunch wheatgrass is more common on the east side of MLRA 28B, while Idaho fescue is more common in the western portion of MLRA 28B.
Wildfire, insect or disease attack and period drought are considered to be natural disturbances that strongly influence the structure and composition this ecological site.
Submodel
1.1. Reference Plant Community
1.2. Community Phase
Model keys
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