Family: Poaceae
Scientific Name: Anthoxanthum odoratum
Common Name: Sweet Vernal Grass, Holy Grass, Vanilla Grass, Buffalo Grass
| Description | Has a sweet smelling odor when mature or cut. |
| Pronunciation | (an-tho-ZAN-thum) |
| Plant Type | All Plants, Grass Ornamental |
| Hardiness Zone | at least 5 |
| Sunlight | full |
| Moisture | average |
| Soil & Site | average, acidic, not soggy |
| Flowers | inflorescence, a panicle |
| Propagation | seeds |
| Native Site | Eurasia |
| Misc Facts | Has become an invasive weed in many areas. Odoratum is Latin for "smell as well". Taste comes from a substance called coumarin. |
| Notes & Reference | #151-Grasses An Identification Guide (Lauren Brown) |
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