Oriental fountain grass(Cenchrus orientalis)

Oriental fountain grass (Cenchrus orientalis)

Also known as: Asian sandbur, Oriental sandbur

Oriental fountain grass (Cenchrus orientalis) is a perennial grass species native to Africa, Asia, and Europe. Oriental fountain grass is resistant to deer, rabbits, and drought conditions. This species is also called white fountain grass.

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Attributes of Oriental fountain grass

Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Grass
Plant Height
61 cm to 91 cm
Spread
90 cm to 1.5 m
Leaf Color
Green
Flower Size
4.5 mm to 7 mm
Flower Color
Yellow Purple Brown

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Images of Oriental fountain grass

Oriental fountain grass(Cenchrus orientalis)
Oriental fountain grass(Cenchrus orientalis)
Oriental fountain grass(Cenchrus orientalis)

Quickly Identify Oriental fountain grass

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Linear leaves in green to gray-green hues.
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Fluffy, white inflorescence with pink tones.
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Resilient to grazing, particularly by deer.
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Structured form and robust nature.
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Bloom period from late spring to early summer.

Scientific Classification of Oriental fountain grass

Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Monocotyledons
Order
Poales
Family
Grass
Genus
Buffelgrasses
Species
Oriental fountain grass