Melinis repens
Rose natalgrass (Melinis repens) is a non-native landscape weed. This species is categorized as invasive by the Florida Exotic Pest Plant Council (FLECCP) as a Category 1 invasive. This recommendation is for South Florida only.
- Scientific Name: Melinis repens
- Common Name: Rose natalgrass
- Seasonality: Year-round
- Soil Type: Dry
- Toxicity: Non-toxic
- Plant Growth: Annual
- UF/IFAS Assessment of Non-Native Plants in Florida's Natural Areas: Melinis repens
- UF/IFAS Center for Invasive and Aquatic Plants: Melinis repens