Genus Cortaderia (Noun)
Meaning
Tall ornamental grasses of South America and New Zealand and New Guinea: pampas grass.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Cortaderia selloana, commonly known as pampas grass, is a large, showy ornamental grass of the genus cortaderia that grows to a height of around 10 feet.
- In warmer climates, plants of the genus cortaderia are grown for their tall plumes, which make an excellent choice for decorative arrangements.
- Tall grasses of the genus cortaderia, including pampas grass, can add drama to the landscape.
- In areas where plants of the genus cortaderia grow wild, the dry foliage often creates fire hazards.
- In its native habitats in South America and New Zealand, the genus cortaderia can be an invasive plant that outcompetes native vegetation.