Silky-spike melic

Silky-spike melic (Melica ciliata)

Silky-spike melic, also known as Hairy melick, Silky-spike melick grass, Ciliated medick, Eyelash pearl grass, Nodding melic, Silky melic

Silky-spike melic is a species of grass well-known for its spikes adorned with silky flowers. This clump-forming grass is a popular ornamental and is ideally suited to a small or gravel garden.

Key Facts About Silky-spike melic

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Attributes of Silky-spike melic

Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Grass
Plant Height
75 cm
Spread
60 cm
Leaf Color
Green
Flower Size
2.5 cm
Flower Color
White Cream

Scientific Classification of Silky-spike melic

Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Monocotyledons
Order
Poales
Family
Grass
Genus
Melics
Species
Silky-spike melic