Swaziland's Alien Plants Database

Pennisetum clandestinum Hochst. ex Chiov. POACEAE kikuyu grass Invasive, Minor problem species Origin: Tropical East Africa Growth Form: Graminoid Plant Description: rhizomatous or stoloniferous perennial that can form large colonies up to 2m tall. The inflorescences are hidden amongst the leaves, though, when in flower, kikuyu lawns may seem covered in spider threads of protruding filaments. Key Features: Control: Comments: More information: NRCS Plants Database Illustration Hitchcock, A.S. (rev. A. Chase). 1950. Manual of the grasses of the United States. USDA Misc. Publ. No. 200. Washington, DC. 1950. Photo - inflorescence/leaves The Weeds Society of Western Australia

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