waterfall millet
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A clump-forming evergreen grass, with arching, lance-shaped, broad green leaves to 50cm long, with silvery white undersides. Fine, loose sprays of pale tan coloured flowers, on spikes to 1.2m high, are produced in late summer, followed by round, bead-like seed pods
Scientific classification
- Species
- waterfall millet (Phaenosperma globosum)
- Genus
- Phaenosperma
- Family
- Poaceae
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- Toxicity
- Grass Like
- Plant type
- 1-1.5 metres
- Height
- 0.5-1 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen · Semi evergreen
- Foliage
- Clump forming
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of waterfall millet
Distribution map
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of waterfall millet
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waterfall millet care guide
- Maintain consistently moist soil, grows well beside shallow waterways
- Watering
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Maintain consistently moist soil, grows well beside shallow waterways
Fertilizing
FertilizingWeak aquatic grass liquid feed monthly spring and summer seasons
Pruning
PruningNo pruning required
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by seed, thinly covered and kept cool after germination (10-18°C)
Growing
GrowingGrow in any well-drained soil; thrives in light shade but will tolerate full sun if soil is kept moist during dry spells
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Generally disease-free
Pests
Generally pest-free
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