Botanical name | Elegia capensis |
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Plant Care |
![]() Full Sun
Full Sun – Prefers 6 or more hours of sun per day. ![]() Semi Frost Hardy
Semi Frost Hardy – Is Able to Survive Moderately Low Temperatures. ![]() Moderate Watering
Moderate Watering – Requires Regular Watering. ![]() Indigenous
Indigenous – Originates in South Africa. |
Size | |
Categories | |
Common name(s) | Horse-tail restio, Fountain reed |
Origin | |
Foliage | The unusual tall feathery reeds have papery sheaths along the stems. |
Soil conditions | MoistSandy |
Other languages | Fonteinriet (A) |
Elegia capensis (Horse-tail restio, Fountain reed)
- Botanical name: Elegia capensis
- Common name(s): Horse-tail restio, Fountain reed
- Categories: Bamboos, Grasses and sedges, Ground Covers and Perennials
Plant description:
A beautiful form species for the garden. The unusual tall feathery reeds have papery sheaths along the stems. Needs moist, sandy soil.
Botanical Pronunciation: el-EE-jee-a ka-PEN-sis
Elegia capensis requirements and features

Moderate Maintenance
Requires moderate maintenance.
The unusual tall feathery reeds have papery sheaths along the stems.