Pheasant's tail grass (Anemanthele lessoniana)
Pheasant's tail grass, also known as Pheasant's-tail
Pheasant's tail grass is a highly prized ornamental grass that provides year-round interest. Its best feature is fountain-like foliage that changes color from green to yellow, golden, and red as the seasons progress.
Key Facts About Pheasant's tail grass
Attributes of Pheasant's tail grass
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Grass
Plant Height
1 m
Spread
1.5 m
Leaf Color
Green Red Orange
Flower Size
Small, inconspicuous
Flower Color
Red Brown
Scientific Classification of Pheasant's tail grass
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Monocotyledons
Order
Poales
Family
Grass
Genus
Anemanthele
Species
Pheasant's tail grass