Aira cupaniana — an easy houseplant, prefers full sun light
SPECIMEN · FROM THE LIBRARY
Aira cupaniana

Aira Cupaniana

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ON THIS PLANT

Aira cupaniana (Silver Hairgrass) is a species of annual herb in the family True grasses. They have a self-supporting growth form and simple, broad leaves. Individuals can grow to 13 cm.

A note from PlantMom

Silvery hair grass exhibits good disease resistance and is generally unlikely to develop illnesses. In terms of care, this plant is fairly low-maintenance. When grown outdoors it needs minimal watering, and larger plants usually do not require pruning. Smaller plants, however, should be cut back after they finish blooming. Silvery hair grass is suitable for anyone who has an outdoor space, like a garden or a deck, and does not need much prior plant-care experience.

— PlantMom
CHARACTERISTICS

Botanical profile.

Plant Type
Grass
Life Cycle
Annual
Genus
Aira
Family
Poaceae
Hardiness Zone
5
Leaf Type
Semi-evergreen
Native Area
Libya, Tunisia, Portugal, Italy, Spain, Sudan, Algeria, Greece, Morocco, France
ALSO KNOWN AS

Other names.

en Silvery hair grass en Silver hairgrass en Silvery hairgrass
PLATES
Aira cupaniana leaf
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Aira cupaniana flower
PLATE 02 · flower
Aira cupaniana flower
PLATE 03 · flower
Aira cupaniana habit
PLATE 04 · habit
Aira cupaniana habit
PLATE 05 · habit
ALSO IN THE LIBRARY

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