- Common Name: Elephant Grass, Bana/Barner Grass, Napier Grass
- Type: Herb, Grass
- Family: Poaceae
- Status: Weed This introduced Plant has escaped into local bushland. Without natural predators to keep it in check, it is out-competing native Species.
- Size: 2-4 metres
- Flowers: Cylindrical Panicle with many bristles
- Species List: Banana, weeds, Leslie Drive Roundabout, Botany 07
Cultural Notes
Native of tropical Africa. Introduced for cut forage and windbreaks.
Identification Notes
Tall, rhizomatous Perennial Grass forming bamboo-like clumps. Leaf blades have strong mid-rib, hairy towards the base and tapering to a long point.
Landscaping Notes
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