Miscanthus, Poaceae

Genus and species: Miscanthus sinensis
Common Name: Maiden Grass or Japanese Silver Grass
Family: Poaceae

This plant has fine foliage and a strong mid-vein that is white. The flowers provide a delicate look and add a glowing effect to the landscape during sunset.

Photos taken September 7, 2011 at Virginia Tech in the Hahn Horticulture Gardens.
















Genus and species: Miscanthus x giganteus
Common Name: Giant Silver Grass
Family: Poaceae

Compared to Miscanthus sinensis, this grass is
larger and taller in height and browns at the bottom.


































Genus and species: Miscanthus sinensis 
Cultivar: 'Zebrinus'
Common Name: Maiden Grass or Japanese Silver Grass
Family: Poaceae

Photos of Miscanthus sinensis 'Zebrinus' taken November 2010 and September 7, 2011 at Virginia Tech in the Hahn Horticulture Gardens.