Cynosurus cristatus is a clump-forming evergreen perennial grass that typically reaches heights of 30 to 60 cm. It features dense mounds of narrow, flat, smooth leaves with a mid-green hue. In early summer, the grass sends up slender stems that can grow up to 75 cm tall, adorned with delicate panicles of purple flower spikelets.

This genus comprises tufted perennial grasses found across Europe, Asia, and North Africa. Characterized by slender green leaves and elongated, flexible stems, these grasses produce seed heads adorned with purple flowers.

Cynosurus cristatus

Cynosurus cristatus viviparous

Cynosurus echinatus

Cynosurus elegans

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