What is another word for Blue Grama?
Pronunciation: [blˈuː ɡɹˈɑːmə] (IPA) 
Blue Grama, also known as Bouteloua gracilis, is a type of grass found in the North American prairies. It is an important food source for livestock and wildlife. There are many synonyms for Blue Grama, including Mosquito Grass, Grama Grass, Mesquite Grass, Buffalo Grass, and Wiregrass. Mosquito Grass got its name because it grows in thin tufts and literally looks like a swarm of mosquitoes. Grama Grass is a common name due to its popularity in the Great Plains. Mesquite Grass gets its name due to its association with mesquite trees. Buffalo Grass owes its name to the fact that it was once used as a primary food source for the American buffalo. Finally, Wiregrass acquired its name because of its thin, wire-like leaves.
