this species originated in North America and shows a wide genetic

variability for a range of climatic conditions, this plant is a bushy

perennial Gramineae with short and dark rhizome, producing many
culms up to 2m high and with aerial development of 0,6-0,8 m in
optimal conditions. it presents persistent leaves, plane and glabrous
lamine up to 0,6 m long and 2 cm wide, but sometimes lightly
pubescent at the base. the root system is characterised by numerous
cylindrical roots that are able to reach depths of 3-4 m.
root are able to grow up to 0,6 m within the first2 years.