Sporobolus anglicus, commonly known as common cordgrass, is a perennial grass native to Great Britain. It is an allotetraploid species derived from Sporobolus maritimus and Sporobolus alterniflorus. This grass typically grows 1 to 4 feet tall with stiff, erect, yellowish-green leaves. It produces flowers from late summer to autumn, with the inflorescence being a one-sided spikelet that adds a delicate texture to the landscape.

Common cordgrass is valued for its ability to stabilize soil and reduce erosion in coastal environments. It is often used in restoration projects for salt marshes and can also be planted in bioswales and retention basins to filter pollutants. In cultivation, it requires full sun exposure and thrives in saline soils with poor drainage. While it is a low-maintenance plant, it is important to be aware of its invasive potential outside its native range. It can spread rapidly and outcompete native vegetation, which is why it is considered invasive in some regions.CC BY-SA 4.0