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(Eriochloa villosa)
Hairy Cupgrass (Eriochloa villosa)
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Photo by: Evan Barker | License Type: Public Domain | License URL: http://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/ | Rights Holder: Evan Barker | Publisher: iNaturalist | Date Created: 2016-08-23T07:46:18-07:00 |
Estimated Native Range
Summary
Eriochloa villosa, commonly known as Hairy Cupgrass, is a semi-deciduous perennial grass native to open grasslands, meadows, and the edges of forests in East Asia, including Korea, Japan, and parts of China, as well as the Russian Far East. It typically grows to a height of 1-3 feet (0.3-0.9 meters) with a similar spread of up to 3 feet (0.9 meters). This grass is characterized by its hairy leaves and stems, which give it a distinctive texture. The inflorescences are purplish, appearing in late summer and are not particularly showy, but they add a subtle charm to the plant’s overall appearance.
Hairy Cupgrass is valued for its adaptability and can be used for soil stabilization and as a forage crop. It is also appreciated for its textural contrast in naturalistic plantings and meadow gardens. This grass thrives in full sun and requires high amounts of water, making it suitable for wet meadows or riparian plantings. It prefers soils with medium drainage. While it is not known for significant diseases or pests, its potential for invasiveness outside its native range should be considered. Gardeners should consult local regulations before planting, as it may be considered a noxious weed in some regions.CC BY-SA 4.0
Hairy Cupgrass is valued for its adaptability and can be used for soil stabilization and as a forage crop. It is also appreciated for its textural contrast in naturalistic plantings and meadow gardens. This grass thrives in full sun and requires high amounts of water, making it suitable for wet meadows or riparian plantings. It prefers soils with medium drainage. While it is not known for significant diseases or pests, its potential for invasiveness outside its native range should be considered. Gardeners should consult local regulations before planting, as it may be considered a noxious weed in some regions.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Grass
- Height: 1-3 feet
- Width: 1-3 feet
- Growth Rate: Rapid
- Flower Color: N/A
- Flowering Season: Summer
- Leaf Retention: Semi-Deciduous
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun
- Water: Medium
- Drainage: Medium, Fast
Common Uses
Butterfly Garden, Salt Tolerant
Natural Habitat
Open grasslands, meadows, and edges of forests in East Asia and the Russian Far East
Other Names
Common Names: Hairy Cup Grass, Hairy Cupgrass, Woolly Cupgrass, Wolly Cup Grass, 나도개피, 野黍
Scientific Names: , Eriochloa villosa, Eriochloa villosa f. depauperata, Panicum tuberculiflorum, Eriochloa villosa var. stenantha, Paspalum villosum, Eriochloa villosa f. distachya, Eriochloa villosa subsp. distachya, Eriochloa villosa subsp. stenantha, Helopus villosus,
GBIF Accepted Name: Eriochloa villosa (Thunb.) Kunth