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Poaceae (Gramineae)

Clumping grass of long leaves with scabrous margins; loose very compound panicles; rarely flowers; perennial grown as annual.

Plant Form or Habit: upright curved

Plant Type: annual

Plant Use: container plantings
herbs

Propagation: division

Light Requirement: high

Flower Color:

Blooming Period:

Height: 3 - 6'

Width: 2 - 3'

Foliage Texture: medium

Heat Tolerance: high

Water Requirements: low

Additional Comments: Used in oriential cooking; sheathing leaf bases look bulbous; source of lemongrass oil.