American Star Grass (Noun)
Meaning
Perennial star grass of North America.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- American star grass is a perennial native to moist areas of North America, commonly found near streams and in wet meadows.
- It grows small white flowers in a star shape, which is where the American star grass gets its name from.
- In warmer climates, the American star grass is evergreen but in areas with harsh winters, the plant typically goes dormant during the cold months.
- Some people intentionally plant American star grass in areas where erosion occurs, as the deep root system can hold soil in place.
- If the area gets too dry and American star grass is not receiving adequate moisture, it may begin to turn a shade of yellow or brown due to the stress.