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Ornamental Grass

Any ideas?

19 years ago

I was given an ornamental grass several years ago but I have no idea what it is and I haven't seen it anywhere. Last year it grew to about 5' tall, it's dark green with upright growth. At the end of each "stalk" are 6-8 grass blades that give it the appearance of a star w/ tiny white "flowers" in the middle. Sorry, I know this is vague. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks

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jean001
19 years ago
Perhaps a Cyperus species?
jake
19 years ago
I will concur with jean001 your description reads like your grass may be a Cyperus.

Jake
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Skybird - z5, Denver, Colorado
19 years ago
I agree with Jake and Jean001. If you live near a good garden center that carries water plants, go in and look around sometime and I bet you'll be able to positively identify what you have. Cyperus (umbrella palm or papyrus) comes in all different sizes, from miniature to giant, so you might find it in a different size, but at least you'll know for sure what it is.

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