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Wavyleaf Basketgrass (Oplismenus undulatifolius)

Wavyleaf Basketgrass (Oplismenus undulatifolius) is a shade-tolerant perennial grass forming a low-growing groundcover with attractive wavy-margined leaves.

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Sunlight

Prefers shade to partial shade.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist.

Soil

Prefers moist, well-draining soil rich in organic matter. Tolerates a range of soil types.

Temperature

Prefers moderate temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor

Fertilizer

Feed during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers shade to partial shade.

Avoid direct, hot afternoon sun.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist.

Water when the top inch of soil feels dry.

Soil

Prefers moist, well-draining soil rich in organic matter. Tolerates a range of soil types.

Temperature

Prefers moderate temperatures.

Ideal range is 15-24°C. Protect from frost.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor

Fertilizer

Feed during the growing season.

Use a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted monthly.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Grass, Creeper

Plant Category

Foliage, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Groundcover, Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Indoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.15-0.3 m

Spread

0.3-0.6 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Semi-evergreen to evergreen in milder climates

Leaf Color

Green, Bronze

Leaf Type

Simple

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Synonyms
Hippagrostis undulatifolia (Ard.) Kuntze
Oplismenus capensis Hochst.
Oplismenus mollis (Domin) Clifford & G.P.Evans ex B.K.Simon
Orthopogon undulatifolius (Ard.) Spreng.
Paniculum undulatifolium Ard.
Panicum undulatifolium Ard.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classLiliopsida
  • orderPoales
  • familyPoaceae
  • genusOplismenus
  • speciesOplismenus undulatifolius
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

Rating: 0/5

Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

No

Non-toxic to pets and humans.

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