Phalaris arundinacea Canary grass (Gramineae)

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Phalaris arundinacea
Canary grass
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The Phalaris arundinacea plant species is found in Britain. It is a member of the Gramineae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Canary grass.

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Latin Name:  Phalaris arundinacea
Common Name:  Canary grass
Family:  Gramineae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  1.5   Mature Width:  3

Habitat:  Wet places and shallow water[187].

Cultivation Notes: Succeeds in ordinary garden soil[187]. Succeeds in most soils, whether dry or wet[200]. Plants can be very invasive, especially in moist conditions, there dense growth provides good cover for water fowl[200]. Plants are hardy to at least -20°c[187, 200]. There are many named forms, selected for their ornamental value[200].

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