Veldt Grass
Ehrharta calycina
Other Common Names:
Velvet Finger Grass, Veldt GrassWeed Type:
Perennial WeedCharacteristics:
Densely tufted grass with velvety brown seed heads and stiff, narrow leaves.Control Methods:
Cultural, Hoeing & Manual RemovalActive Ingredient / Herbicides:
Glyphosate (e.g., Roundup) MCPA (e.g., Banweed)About this weed
Ehrharta calycina, also known as Perennial Veldt Grass, is a native grass of southern Africa.
It is a perennial grass that can grow to be 300–1800 mm tall. It has drooping reddish-purple flowers and can grow in veld grassland and low-lying sandy areas. It is a good grazing grass in arid regions.
Veldt Grass is a major problem because it replaces native plants and creates a fire hazard. In its dry dormant state, it increases fire frequency.
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