Awns come out the side
Ligule present
spikelet like raceme
Sheath open, over lapping
Dense spikelet
Pedilla bay
We thought it was likely common and not NW based on habitat - what do you think? Interestingly, there was a terrestrial garter (T. elegans) a few meters away - but we didn't get a good photo of it.
common throughout damp areas in general; also may be seen at forest edges. Triangular & 1 large frond - compare against rosette of lady fern (as example, both are deciduous & not seen in winter)
underside of leaves is hairy, green in color, leaves can be curled up, leaves alternate
4 petals with yellow center; flowers smell noticeable (perfume-like) and very pleasant. woody shrub
Near other woody plants.