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Poaceae (Gramineae)

Large, woody stems with 3 - 4" long blue green leaves; showy many branched panicles.

Plant Form or Habit: upright

Plant Type: perennial

Plant Use: ornamental grasses

Propagation: seed division

Light Requirement: high

Flower Color: beige, cream

Blooming Period: fall

Height: 12 - 16' feet

Width: spreading

Foliage Texture: coarse

Heat Tolerance: high

Water Requirements: low

Additional Comments: Can be invasive; bamboo-like appearance; 'Versicolor' is a striped leaf variety.