Perennial mission grass

Family: Poaceae
Scientific name: Cenchrus polystachios
Description: Plant Form: Perennial tussock grass. Size: Up to 3 m tall. Stem: Upright, sometimes produce roots at lower joints. Leaves: Blades 10-40 cm long. Flowers: Compact in long cylindrical spike-like head. Surrounded by feathery bristles. Fruit and Seeds: Yellow to brownish or straw-coloured with maturity. Retain surrounding bristles even after they have fallen. Habitat: Roadsides, cropping land, grasslands, woodlands, waste areas. Distinguishing Features: Very similar to other Cenchrus species. May be distinguished by angular seed head and hairy bristles surrounding seeds. Weed Status: Priority Weed Weed Type: Environmental, Agricultural Lifeform: Grassy

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