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Ornamental Grasses · MCH exam plant
Maiden Grass
Miscanthus sinensis
mis-KAN-thus sy-NEN-sis
Grass
Key ID features
Arching clump, silver plumes in fall, 'Morning Light' and 'Gracillimus' popular
| Botanical name | Miscanthus sinensis |
|---|---|
| Family | Poaceae |
| Genus | Miscanthus |
| Category | Ornamental Grasses |
| USDA hardiness zones | 4a–9a |
| Sun | Full Sun |
| Water | Moderate |
| Native to New England | No |
| Salt tolerant | No |
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