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Machaerina mariscoides subsp. mariscoides

Cyperaceae
Grass
Ornamental
Evergreen

About this plant

Machaerina mariscoides subsp. mariscoides is an evergreen grass in the Cyperaceae family, growing 0.5–1.5 meters tall. It prefers full sun and medium water, thriving in clay, loamy, or peaty soils. This ornamental grass does not have prominent blooms and does not attract pollinators. It is not fragrant and not toxic.

Light

Full sun

Watering

Medium water

Soil

Clay, Loamy, Sandy

Height

0.5–1.5 m

Spread

0.4–0.8 m

Zones

7–10

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Growing Conditions

  • Sunlight: Full sun
  • Water: Medium
  • Soil: Clay, loamy, peaty
  • USDA Zones: 5–8
  • Height: 0.5–1.5 meters
  • Bloom Time: Unknown
  • Pollinators: Does not attract pollinators
  • Evergreen: Yes
  • Fragrant: No
  • Toxic: No
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