Pennisetum
- noun
- Specialized
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Pennisetum
- Gardeners often plant Pennisetum for its attractive, feathery plumes.
- Pennisetum setaceum
- fountain grass (Pennisetum)
- grass (Pennisetum)
Examples
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Many gardeners choose Pennisetum grasses for their attractive feathery flower heads and drought resistance.
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The Pennisetum grass adds beauty to the garden.
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Several species within the Pennisetum genus are valuable as animal fodder.
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The landscaping design includes Pennisetum to add texture and movement to the garden.
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Many gardeners prefer Pennisetums for their ornamental value.
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In the landscape design, Pennisetum serves as a stunning focal point with its tall and elegant plumes.
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The nursery offers a variety of Pennisetum species that are perfect for adding texture to garden beds.
Compounds
- Specialized
A tall grass from Africa and Asia grown for grain, animal feed, and brewing
- Specialized
A tall garden grass that lives for many years and has long nodding flower clusters
- Specialized
A tall grass that grows in clumps and is used as food for farm animals
Surface Forms
Etymology
Pennisetum comes from Latin parts penna 'feather' and seta 'bristle', so it literally means 'feather-bristle'. Think of a 'pen' as an old feather quill to remember penna, and that's why Pennisetum grasses have feathery flower heads used in gardens and as animal fodder.
