Miscanthus sacchariflorus Amur silver grass (Gramineae)

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Miscanthus sacchariflorus
Amur silver grass
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The Miscanthus sacchariflorus plant species is found in E. Asia - China. It is a member of the Gramineae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Amur silver grass. Some home gardeners know the variety as M. saccharifer. Imperata sacchariflora.

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Latin Name:  Miscanthus sacchariflorus
Common Name:  Amur silver grass
Family:  Gramineae
Author:  (Maxim.)Hack.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  3   Mature Width:  2

Habitat:  Flood plains and river banks in meadows in Amur[74, 200].

Cultivation Notes: Prefers a deep fertile loamy soil that does not dry out in summer[200] but succeeds in any ordinary soil that is not too dry[1, 162], in sun or light shade[200]. Very wind tolerant. Plants can be grown as a focal point in lawns, they also succeed in quite coarse grass[233]. This species is not hardy in the colder areas of the country, it tolerates temperatures down to between -5 and -10°c when fully dormant[200], though the young growth in spring can be damaged by late frosts. Closely related to M. floridulus[233]. The leaves have saw-toothed edges and can cut the unwary gardener, it is best to wear gloves when working with the plant[200]. A rhizomatous plant, but it is slow to spread[188]. Plants seem to be immune to the predations of rabbits[233].

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