Bigleaf bristlegrass (Setaria megaphylla)

Bigleaf bristlegrass

Setaria megaphylla, the broad-leaved bristle grass, big-leaf bristle grass, ribbon bristle grass, or bigleaf bristlegrass, is native to south-eastern Africa. It is also cultivated, and it has naturalized outside its native range, for example, in Florida in the United States. It may be found in glades in forested areas and along rivers or streams. It can grow to more than 2 metres tall and has broad dark green leaves and hairy leaf sheaths. Many kinds of birds, such as finches and canaries, eat the seeds.

Scientific classification

Species

Bigleaf bristlegrass (Setaria megaphylla)

Grasses, sedges and allies

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Perennial

Lifespan

80 cm

Spread

Green

Leaf Color

1 cm to 10 cm

Flower Size

Brown

Flower Color

20 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

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Care Guide for Bigleaf bristlegrass

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

20 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Pruning: Bigleaf bristlegrass thrives with early spring pruning, which includes removing dead foliage and thinning crowded areas to enhance airflow and reduce disease risk. Clean tools are essential to prevent infection. Spring pruning is crucial for promoting healthier growth and improving the plant's appearance.

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