Pogonatherum paniceum, commonly known as Slender Tuft Grass, is an evergreen perennial grass native to the understory of tropical forests, as well as moist grasslands in South and Southeast Asia, and the Pacific Islands. It typically grows to a height of 1-2 feet (0.3-0.6 meters) and can spread to about 2 feet (0.6 meters) wide. This ornamental grass has a fine texture with glossy, green leaves and delicate, feathery inflorescences that appear intermittently throughout the year, adding a light, airy touch to plantings.

Slender Tuft Grass is valued for its low maintenance and ability to add texture and movement to garden compositions. It is often used in container plantings, as a ground cover, or in borders, particularly in tropical and subtropical gardens. It thrives in part shade, requiring high amounts of water, and prefers soils with medium drainage. While it is not drought-tolerant, it can adapt to a range of soil types as long as they remain consistently moist. It is not known for any significant pest or disease problems, but it can suffer from root rot if overwatered or planted in poorly drained soils.CC BY-SA 4.0