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Fountain Grass
Pennisetum setaceum, commonly known as Fountain Grass, is a C4 perennial bunch grass that is native to open, scrubby habitats in East Africa, tropical Africa, Middle East and SW Asia. It has been introduced to many parts of the world as an ornamental plant. It is drought-tolerant, grows fast, reaches 3 feet in height, and has many purple, plumose flower spikes.
Pennisetum setaceum, also known as crimson fountain grass, is a perennial grass native to Africa and the Middle East. In Qatar, it has been naturalized and is commonly found in urban areas, roadsides, and disturbed habitats. It grows up to 1.5 meters tall, with purple or pinkish-purple flowers and flat, linear leaves. Studies in Qatar have reported its presence in various regions, including Doha and the northern parts of the country, often as a weed in cultivated fields and along roads.
Fountain grass (Pennisetum setaceum) near Al Sham Street in West Bay. Doha, Qatar, October 20, 2014
Al Istiqlal Street, Doha, Qatar
Plumose flower spikes of fountain grass (Pennisetum setaceum) in a park at Al Markhiya Street near a corner with Onaiza. Doha, Qatar, May 2, 2015Al Markhiya Street, Doha, Qatar
Ornamental plant of fountain grass (Pennisetum setaceum) in a park at Al Markhiya Street near a corner with Onaiza. Doha, Qatar, May 2, 2015Al Markhiya Street, Doha, Qatar
Fountain grass (Pennisetum setaceum) planted near HBKU Research Complex in Education City. Doha, Qatar, January 20, 2016
Fountain grass (Pennisetum setaceum) planted in a park at Al Markhiya Street near a corner with Onaiza. Doha, Qatar, April 28, 2016Al Markhiya St, Doha, Qatar
Back lit fountain grass (Pennisetum setaceum) planted in a park at Al Markhiya Street near a corner with Onaiza. Doha, Qatar, April 28, 2016Al Markhiya St, Doha, Qatar
Clumps of fountain grass (Pennisetum setaceum) planted in a park at Al Markhiya Street near a corner with Onaiza. Doha, Qatar, April 28, 2016Al Markhiya St, Doha, Qatar
Purple variety of fountain grass (Pennisetum setaceum) planted in a park at Al Markhiya Street near a corner with Onaiza. Doha, Qatar, April 28, 2016
Purple spike of fountain grass (Pennisetum setaceum) planted in a park at Al Markhiya Street near a corner with Onaiza. Doha, Qatar, April 28, 2016
Fountain grass (Pennisetum setaceum) planted in a park at Al Markhiya Street near a corner with Al Istiqlal. Doha, Qatar, May 4, 2016Al Markhiya St, Doha, QatarFountain grass (Pennisetum setaceum) was observed in various locations in Doha, Qatar, including West Bay, Al Markhiya Street, and Education City. The plant was found to be commonly used as an ornamental plant in parks and near buildings. Its plumose flower spikes were visible in May 2015, and its purple variety was also spotted in April 2016. The grass was often planted in clumps and was seen with backlit spikes, showcasing its decorative value. Observations were made over a period of nearly two years, from October 2014 to May 2016, indicating the plant's presence and popularity in Qatari landscaping. The plant's ability to thrive in Qatar's climate was also evident, as it was seen planted in multiple locations throughout Doha.
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