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Ornamental Grasses · MCH exam plant
Japanese Forest Grass
Hakonechloa macra
hak-oh-NEK-loh-a MAK-ra
Grass
Key ID features
Cascading golden-green mound, 'Aureola' most popular, shade grass, elegant
| Botanical name | Hakonechloa macra |
|---|---|
| Family | Poaceae |
| Genus | Hakonechloa |
| Category | Ornamental Grasses |
| USDA hardiness zones | 5a–9a |
| Sun | Part Shade |
| Water | Moderate |
| Native to New England | No |
| Salt tolerant | No |
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