Rough Spear-grass (Austrostipa Scabra) is a perennial grass in the Poaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.
Austrostipa scabra is a perennial, tufted native grass characterized by its slender stems and rough-textured leaves.
Rough Spear-grass
Austrostipa Scabra
Austrostipa scabra is a perennial, tufted native grass characterized by its slender stems and rough-textured leaves.
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