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Miscanthus floridulus (1 Page of 5) The Miscanthus floridulus plant species is found in E. Asia - Japan. It is a member of the Gramineae family. Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal | Edible Uses Latin Name: Miscanthus floridulus Family: Gramineae Author: (Labill.)Warb. Known Hazards: None known Mature Height: 2.5 Mature Width: Habitat: Moist soils in meadows[200], of lowland Japan[58].
Cultivation Notes: Prefers a deep fertile loamy soil that does not dry out in summer[200] but it also succeeds in any ordinary soil that is not too dry[1, 162], in sun or light shade[200]. Plants can be grown as a focal point in lawns, they also succeed in quite coarse grass[233].
The young growth in spring can be damaged by late frosts.
This species is closely related to M. sacchariflorus[233].
The leaves have saw-toothed edges that can cut the unwary gardener, it is best to wear gloves when working with the plant[200].
Plants seem to be immune to the predations of rabbits[233].
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