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Miscanthus sinensis Andersson Chinese silver grass · Ornamentals · bred by Josef Hendrik Vergeldt

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Variety description

10 August 2026

The plant reaches a height of 250–300 cm. The leaves are broad, slightly drooping, and have characteristic irregular yellow spots resembling crocodile skin. It accumulates biomass relatively slowly.

The shoots are stiff and upright; the variety is not prone to lodging. In temperate climates, it blooms extremely rarely. The plant prefers sunny areas and moderately moist, well-drained soils. Frost resistance corresponds to zone 5 down to -28°C.

Used for decorative purposes as a solitary plant or an accent plant in gardens and parks.

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Countries of admission

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Variety in registries Regions of admission, rights holders, and status of plant breeders' rights

Parties

Breeder
Josef Hendrik Vergeldt 3 Developed the variety
Applicant
Geert Heinemans B.V. 1 Submitted the application to the register
Rights holder
Geert Heinemans B.V. 1 Holds the rights to the variety

Plant breeders' rights

The right is granted for a limited term: propagation of the variety requires a license from the rights holder.

European Union № 20061707
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  1. Application filed 17 August 2006
  2. Registered 21 February 2011
  3. Currently active indefinite in the register

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