Ampelodesmos mauritanica (Poaceae)

Mauritania vine reed

This is a rather splendid ornamental grass found in the Mediterranean and North West Africa. Very robust, it forms large tufts of very tough (handle with care), rigid, rush-like leaves and bears impressive 60cm one-sided flower panicles, greenish-yellow suffused with purple, which appear from spring to summer. Makes a good specimen plant and is excellent for flower arranging. A striking plant for a sunny position. The common name refers to its former use in tying together grapevines.
Ht. 2 - 3m. Hardy


Price
  9cm pot       £2.50