Millium effusum Wood millet (Gramineae) Evergreen perennial

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Millium effusum
Wood millet
Evergreen perennial
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The Millium effusum plant species is found in Britain. It is a member of the Gramineae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Wood millet.

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Latin Name:  Millium effusum
Common Name:  Wood millet
Family:  Gramineae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  1   Mature Width:  0.5

Habitat:  Damp shady woods, especially oak and beech[1, 17], on heavy humus rich lime soils[200].

Cultivation Notes: Requires a fertile moist but well-drained soil[200] in a shady position[162]. Succeeds in dry shade, tolerating drought when established[190]. Plants are hardy to about -20°c[187]. Plants are tufted with a short rootstock and are short-lived[187]. They often self-sow[200]. At least one named form has been selected for its ornamental value[187].

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