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Chrysopogon zizanioides

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Chrysopogon zizanioides, commonly known as Vetiver Grass or Khus Grass, grows as a clump with lush, dark green foliage and can reach 1.5 m tall and 1 m wide. The foliage is complemented with large flower plumes during summer. The roots of this plant can penetrate up to 4 m and for this reason, Chrysopogon zizanioides is commonly planted on banks and along water courses.

Chrysopogon zizanioides grass plants growing alongside a stream.
The average plant height is 25cm.
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Suited to regions:Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type:Grasses
Height:1.50 m
Spread:1.00 m
Flowering time:Summer
Tolerances:Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wet, Wind
Garden uses:Banks, Living areas, Ponds
Garden styles:Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Riparian
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateFast
Also known asVetiver, Chrysopogon zizanioides, Vetiver Grass, Khus Grass, Zizanioides, Chrysopogon, Chrysopogon zizanioides For Sale, Vetiver Chrysopogon zizanioides, Chrysopogon nigritanus
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Chrysopogon zizanioides Details

Chrysopogon zizanioides, commonly known as Vetiver Grass or Khus Grass, is a large grass native to India. It grows as a clump with lush, dark green foliage and can reach 1.5 m tall and 1 m wide. The foliage is complemented with large flower plumes during summer. The roots of this plant can penetrate up to 4 m and for this reason it is often planted on slopes and riparian areas to help stabilise soils. It grows best along the banks of rivers and streams but is also well-suited to drier soils and warmer climates. It is tolerant of light frost only once established. Chrysopogon zizanioides is commonly planted on banks and along water courses.

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