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Elionorus muticus

by Johan Wentzel

Elionorus muticus
Common Name
Wire grass
Plant Type
Grass
Elionorus muticus has a single terminal flowering spike that curls back upon ripening. This makes a wonderful display when planted en masse.
Plant Description

Elionorus muticus has a single terminal flowering spike that curls back upon ripening. This makes a wonderful display when planted en masse. It is found in open grassland or stony hillsides. Cut back in late winter

Elionorus muticus is considered a climax species, i.e. in equilibrium with its plant community.  This plant is an indication of sourveld.

Afrikaanse Naam
Koperdraad, suurgras
Hardiness
Very hardy
Position
Sun
Water Requirements
Water wise
Evergreen
Deciduous
Growth Rate
Fast
Flowering Time
Summer
Flower Colour
Brown
Shape
Clump forming
Soil
Loam
Plant Size
1m
Region
Gauteng, Free State, Mpumalanga
Habitat
Rocky outcrops.
Grown by Wildflower Nursery
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