Pennisetum setaceum (Forssk.) Chiov.

Fountain Grass

Natural range: Mediterranean

Habitat: Disturbed sites, prefers dry conditions

Florida status: Escaped ornamental, nuisance

Recognition: Lower glume 0 - 0.3 mm long (much longer in P. pedicellatum). Primary bristles 2.5-4 cm (< 25 mm in P. pedicellatum). Both lemmas smooth and of similar texture (vs. different textures in P. pedicellatum).