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Heteropogon contortus

by Johan Wentzel

Heteropogon contortus
Common Name
Spear grass
Plant Type
Grass
Heteropogon contortus is a highly variable specie, both in attributes and height. The smaller varieties that reach a hight of 200mm are very attractive.
Plant Description

Heteropogon contortus prefers growing in a sandy to clayey loam soil. It is a highly variable specie, both in attributes and height. The smaller varieties that reach a hight of 200mm are very attractive.

Heteropogon contortus is very widespread in South Africa.

You may find stock of this plant at Random Harvest.

Afrikaanse Naam
Assegaaigras
Hardiness
Very hardy
Position
Sun
Water Requirements
Water wise
Evergreen
Deciduous
Growth Rate
Fast
Flowering Time
Early summer
Flower Colour
White
Shape
Compact
Soil
Loam
Plant Size
50cm
Region
Summer rainfall area
Habitat
Grassland
Grown by Wildflower Nursery
Yes
  • Heteropogon contortus

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