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The Giant Cutgrass (Miliacea) is generally described as a perennial graminoid. This is native to the U.S. (United States) has its most active growth period in the spring and summer . The Giant Cutgrass (Miliacea) has green foliage and inconspicuous yellow flowers, with an abuncance of conspicuous yellow fruits or seeds. The greatest bloom is usually observed in the late summer, with fruit and seed production starting in the fall and continuing until winter. Leaves are not retained year to year. The Giant Cutgrass (Miliacea) has a moderate life span relative to most other plant species and a rapid growth rate. At maturity, the typical Giant Cutgrass (Miliacea) will reach up to 9 feet high, with a maximum height at 20 years of 0 inches.
The Giant Cutgrass (Miliacea) is easily found in nurseries, garden stores and other plant dealers and distributors. It can be propagated by container, seed. It has a moderate ability to spread through seed production and the seedlings have high vigor. Note that cold stratification is not required for seed germination and the plant cannot survive exposure to temperatures below 12°F. has none tolerance to drought and restricted water conditions.
| Category | |
|---|---|
| Growth Rate | Rapid |
| General Type | Graminoid |
| Growth Period | Spring, Summer |
| Growth Duration | Perennial |
| Lifespan | Moderate |
| Plant Nativity | Native to U.S. |
| Commercial Availability | Routinely Available |
| Bloom Period | Late Summer |
|---|---|
| Displays Fall Colors | Yes |
| Shape/Growth Form | Rhizomatous |
| Drought Tolerance | None |
| Shade Tolerance | Intolerant |
| Height When Mature | 9 |
| Vegetative Spread | Moderate |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Flower Conspicuousness | Yes |
| Fruit/Seed Abundance | High |
| Fruit/Seed Seasonality | Fall Winter |
| Seed Spread Rate | Moderate |
| Propagations (Ways to Grow) | Container, Seed |
|---|---|
| Moisture Requirements | High |
| Cold Stratification Required | No |
| Minimum Temperature | 12 |
| Soil Depth for Roots | 16 |
| Toxic to Nearby Plants | No |
| Toxic to Livestock | No |
| After-Harvest Regrowth Rate | Rapid |
| After-Harvest Resprout Ability | No |
| Responds to Coppicing | No |
| pH Range | 5.6–6.8 pH |
|---|---|
| Precipitation Range | 35–35 inches/yr |
| Planting Density | 0–0 indiv./acre |
| Soil Textures | Coarse, Fine, Medium |
| Soil Depth for Roots | 16 |
| Minimum Frost-Free Days | 120 day(s) |
| Salinity Tolerance | None |
| CaCO3 Tolerance | None |
| Leaf Retention | No |
|---|---|
| Palatability | Low |
| Fire Resistant | No |
Source: USDA, NRCS, PLANTS Database, plants.usda.gov.
National Plant Data Center, Baton Rouge, LA 70874-4490 USA
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