| Plant Habit: | Grass/Grass-like |
| Water Preferences: | Mesic Dry Mesic Dry |
| Plant Height: | 5-10 feet (1.5-3 meters) |
| Leaves: | Other: All species of the genus are characterized by sharp serrations on the leaves |
| Flowers: | Showy |
| Propagation: Seeds: | Self fertile |
| Pollinators: | Wind |
| Awards and Recognitions: | RHS AGM |
| Child plants: | one child plant |
