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Cogon grass.
Imperata cylindrica
Pronunciación im-per-AH-tuh si-LIN-dri-kuh
También se conoce como Alang-alang, Blady grass, Cogon grass, Japgrass, Satintail, Speargrass, American Grass, Beady Grass, Bedding Grass, Bladey Grass, Blady grass, Cogongrass, Cotton Wool Grass
Cogon grass is a highly aggressive perennial grass known for its striking, sharp, and upright blades. It spreads rapidly through an extensive underground root system, making it quite difficult to manage in garden settings. Please be aware that this plant is considered a serious invasive species in many parts of the world.
De un vistazo
- Nivel de cuidados
- Fácil
- Tipo de planta
- Perennial grass
- Luz
- Full sun
- Luz en interior
- Sol directo
- Riego
- Cada 7 a 14 días
- Tamaño adulto
- 4 feet
- Ritmo de crecimiento
- Rápido
Cuidados
This grass thrives in full sun and tolerates a wide range of soil conditions. Watch for rapid spread into unwanted areas, as its rhizomes can easily choke out other plants. It is best to avoid planting this species due to its invasive nature.
- Riego
- It is quite drought tolerant once established.
- Abonado
- It rarely needs extra food as it is very vigorous.
- Poda
- Cut back dead foliage in late winter to encourage fresh growth.
- Trasplante
- It grows very quickly and will need a larger container often.
- Suelo
- Well draining sandy or clay soil
- pH del suelo
- 4.5 to 7.5
Seguridad
- Mascotas
- This plant is generally considered non toxic to cats and dogs.
Cómo identificarla
- Sharp, serrated leaf edges
- Bright green, pointed blades
- Dense, fluffy white flower plumes
- Extensive underground rhizome network
- Off center leaf midrib
Ciencia
- Familia
- Poaceae
- Género
- Imperata
- Orden
- Poales
- Clase
- Liliopsida
Taxonomía cotejada con GBIF.
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