Mauritanian grass

Ampelodesmos mauritanicus

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Basic Information

Family: Poaceae or Gramineae

Genus: ampelodesmos

Plant ID (slug): ampelodesmos-mauritanicus

Numeric ID: 23014

USDA Hardiness: 7-10

Ratings

Physical Characteristics

Ampelodesmos mauritanicus is a PERENNIAL growing to 3 m (9ft) by 1 m (3ft 3in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Wind. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil.

Distribution

Europe - Mediterranean.

Habitats

Cultivated Beds;

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known

Detailed Information

Additional Information

Title: Ampelodesmos mauritanicus Mauritanian grass