Blady Grass
Scientific Name:
Imperata cylindrica
What is Blady Grass?
Blady Grass is a species of grass in the genus Imperata. It is a perennial rhizomatous grass that grows from 0.6–3 m (2–10 feet) tall. The leaves are about 2 cm wide near the base of the plant and narrow to a sharp point at the top; the margins are finely toothed and are embedded with sharp silica crystals. The main vein of blady grass is a lighter colour than the rest of the leaf and tends to be nearer to one side of the leaf. The upper surface is hairy near the base of the plant while the underside is usually hairless. Blady Grass roots are up to 1.2 meters deep, but 0.4 m is typical in sandy soil.
