Cenchrus clandestinusCommon name: Kikuyu Grass

Meaning of name: Cenchrus is from the Greek word cegchros, which is a type of millet. Clandestinus is Latin, meaning secret or hidden.

Distribution: Occurs from Dandaragan to Albany.

Remarks: A prostrate perennial which can be used as a lawn grass. The flowers are produced from October to March. Native to East Africa.

This plant was previously known as Pennisetum clandestinum.


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