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Cenchrus Species, Buffel Grass

Cenchrusciliaris

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Cenchrus ciliaris by Xenomorf
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Family
Poaceae (poh-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Cenchrus (SENCH-rus)
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Species
ciliaris (sil-ee-AIR-iss)
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Synonym
Pennisetum ciliare
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage

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Height
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Spacing
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Hardiness

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Danger

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Bloom Color
Maroon/Burgundy
Bloom Time
Mid Spring
Late Spring/Early Summer
Other Details
Category
Ornamental Grasses and Bamboo
Perennials
Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color

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Where to Grow

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Bloom Characteristics

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Bloom Size

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Other details
May be a noxious weed or invasive
Soil pH requirements

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Patent Information

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Propagation Methods
Self-sows freely; deadhead if you do not want volunteer seedlings next season
Seed Collecting
Bag seedheads to capture ripening seed
Collect seedhead/pod when flowers fade; allow to dry
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Phoenix, Arizona

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