Is Pennisetum alopecuroides Hameln invasive?

The grass is called Chinese fountain grass, Pennisetum alopecuroides (figure 1). Figure 2 Hameln’ is a very popular cultivar of Chinese fountain grass in the ornamental plant industry but is not considered to be invasive because of its high degree of sterility.

Does Pennisetum spread?

Pennisetum orientale is a wonderful ornamental grass popular for its pinky flowers but can be one of the less robust to grow in many gardens. This does need a good summer to flower well, is a vigorous grower, and can spread to make quite large clumps.

Is fountain grass an invasive species?

Pennisetum setaceum, commonly known as fountain grass, is a popular ornamental plant and has been planted widely in areas with warm, arid climates. It has spread by seed into natural areas from cultivated plants. Fountain grass is listed as a category one invasive species in South Africa (PlantZAfrica, 2012).

Is Dicketum native?

Pennisetum species are native to Africa and Asia as well as other tropical, subtropical, and temperate environments worldwide. The genus contains roughly 80 species and is part of the family of true grasses, Poaceae. Pennisetum comes from the Latin penna, feather, and seta.

Are Pennisetum grasses invasive?

Due to its high numbers of wind-blown seeds, it is escaping cultivation and becoming a weed problem in natural areas. It is identified as an emerging threat in the Mid-Atlantic Region and is listed as an invasive species in Alexandria and Arlington, Virginia.

Are Pennisetum invasive?

Capable of reproducing both via seed and underground runners, this species has been identified as invasive in several mid-Atlantic states, where it readily spreads into natural areas.

Is Pennisetum grass invasive?

green fountain grass (Pennisetum setaceum) It has been introduced to many areas including Arizona, California, Hawaii, Fiji, South Africa, and Australia. PlantRight only considers the parent species of Pennisetum setaceum to be an invasive plant in California, and only counts those plants in the nursery survey.

Is Pennisetum grass Hardy?

The pennisetum has a mild running habit so keep watch of it and needs a sheltered position if grown in colder regions. Perfect for well drained soil in full sun. Height 1.2m. Hardiness rating RHS H3, USDA 8a-10b.

Why is fountain grass considered invasive?

Are fountain grass fireworks invasive?

While the species Pennisetum setaceum is considered invasive to California, selective plant breeding has resulted in attractive cultivated varieties that are seedless or do not produce viable seed, including Pennisetum setaceum ‘Rubrum’, ‘Fireworks’ and ‘Skyrocket’.

Is bunny grass invasive?

Lagurus ovatus commonly called Hare’s-tail grass or bunny tail grass, an is annual grass of the family Poaceae, native to shores of the Mediterranean region. The plant has naturalized in parts of Australia and the United Kingdom and is considered an invasive species in some places outside its native range.