Chinese Silver Grass (Miscanthus sinensis)

Chinese Silver Grass (Miscanthus sinensis)

Set of scaled dimensioned drawings of the Chinese Silver Grass viewed from the front and top
Description
Description

Chinese Silver Grass (Miscanthus sinensis), also known as Eulalia or Maiden Grass, is a tall, perennial ornamental grass native to East Asia, including China, Japan, and Korea. Belonging to the Poaceae family, it is renowned for its elegant, upright form, arching green leaves with silvery midribs, and feathery flower plumes that emerge in late summer and persist into winter.

Typically found in open hillsides, riverbanks, and meadows, Miscanthus sinensis thrives in sunny, well-drained habitats. Its showy plumes range in color from silvery-white to coppery-pink, rising above the foliage to create height and movement in garden compositions.

Highly valued for its visual impact and versatility, Chinese Silver Grass is commonly used in borders, naturalistic plantings, and urban landscapes. It also serves ecological functions, such as providing shelter for wildlife and stabilizing soil. With numerous cultivars offering varied heights, textures, and colors, it is a standout species in modern ornamental and ecological design.

Dimensions & Sizes
Dimensions & Sizes

Chinese Silver Grass has a typical overall height between 4’-7’ (122-213 cm) and spread diameter of 3’-5’6” (91-168 cm).

3D Model
3D Model
Details
Details

*Under Development*

Height:
4’-7’ | 122-213 cm
Width:
3’-5’6” | 91-168 cm (Spread)
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Order: Poales
Family: Poaceae

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Scientific Name:
Miscanthus sinensis
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Drawings include:
Chinese Silver Grass front elevation, plan view

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