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Indian Woodoats, Bamboo Grass
Scientific Name: Chasmanthium latifolium (Michx.) Yates
Synonym: Uniola latifolia
Family: Poaceae

Hitchcock, A.S. (rev. A. Chase). 1950. Manual of the grasses of the United States. USDA Misc. Publ. No. 200. Washington, DC. 1950.

Recommended Temperature Zone: sunset: All zones USDA: 3 to 9 Heat Tolerance: Partial shade in the hot deserts Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade Origin: Eastern North America (Canada to northeastern Mexico) Growth Habits: Perennial grass, up to 5 feet tall (1.5 m), 1 to 2.5 feet spread (30-75 cm); leaves up to 8 inches long (20 cm), 1 inch wide (2.5 cm) Watering Needs: Regular to abundant water, prefers moist shaded areas Propagation: Seeds, self-sows and may become invasive

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