Swaziland's Alien Plants Database

Pennisetum purpureum Schumach. POACEAE napier grass, elephant grass Unknown, Minor problem species Origin: East Africa Growth Form: Graminoid Plant Description: robust rhizomatous perennial, forming large clumps, 1-4m tall. The inflorescence is a cylindrical, spike-like panicle of purple flowers, moderately dense, plumose, erect or pendulous. Key Features: Control: glyphosate Comments: Photo - inflorescence The Weeds Society of Western Australia

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