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Miscanthus
Also called Silvergrasses
Miscanthus, or silvergrass, is a genus of tall ornamental grasses in the grass family, with commonly grown members such as Miscanthus sinensis and its cultivars. Give them full sun and moist, well-drained soil, and cut them back in late winter.
Miscanthus, or silvergrass, is a genus of African, Eurasian, and Pacific Island plants in the grass family, Poaceae. The name is derived from the Greek words "miskos", meaning "stem", and "anthos", meaning "flower", in reference to the stalked spikelets on plants of this genus. Several species are known for their height and biomass production, and may be used as ornamental grasses.
Miscanthus ×giganteus · Himalayan Fairy Grass · Chinese silvergrass
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