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Andropogon chirensis

by Johan Wentzel

Andropogon chirensis
Common Name
Stab grass
Plant Type
Grass
The whole plant is usually tinged with the reddish-brown colour that characterises the racemes.
Plant Description

Andropogon chirensis is usually tinged with the reddish-brown colour that characterises the racemes.

Andropogon chirensis is a medium-sized, tufted grass that looks stunning planted en masse. Cut back in winter.

Afrikaanse Naam
Steekgras
Hardiness
Very hardy
Position
Sun
Water Requirements
Water wise
Evergreen
Evergreen
Growth Rate
Fast
Flowering Time
Summer
Flower Colour
White
Shape
Clump forming
Soil
Loam
Plant Size
1m
Region
Gauteng, Free State, Mpumalanga, North West
Habitat
Grassland, Rocky outcrops
Grown by Wildflower Nursery
No
  • Andropogon chirensis

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