Pennisetum stramineum — an easy houseplant, prefers full sun light
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Pennisetum stramineum

Pennisetum Stramineum

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A note from PlantMom

Cenchrus stramineus displays strong resistance to disease and is ordinarily not prone to illnesses. Regarding care, this plant is fairly low maintenance. When grown outdoors, it needs only minimal watering, and larger specimens generally do not require pruning. Smaller plants, however, should be trimmed after they finish blooming. Cenchrus stramineust is suitable for anyone with an outdoor area, such as a garden or deck, and does not demand much prior care experience.

— PlantMom
CHARACTERISTICS

Botanical profile.

Life Cycle
Perennial
Genus
Pennisetum
Family
Poaceae
Hardiness Zone
6-10
Native Area
Yemen, Kenya, Tanzania
PLATES
Pennisetum stramineum leaf
PLATE 01 · leaf
Pennisetum stramineum leaf
PLATE 02 · leaf
Pennisetum stramineum flower
PLATE 03 · flower
Pennisetum stramineum flower
PLATE 04 · flower
Pennisetum stramineum fruit
PLATE 05 · fruit
Pennisetum stramineum bark
PLATE 06 · bark
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