About Melinis nerviglumis (Franch.) Zizka
Melinis nerviglumis (Franch.) Zizka is a grass species, commonly known as mountain red top or bristle-leaved red top. Its scientific Latin name references its veined glume. This species is native to areas ranging from tropical Africa to southern Africa, western Indian Ocean islands, and Indochina. It is cultivated as a garden ornamental, valued for its colourful purple flowers. The flowers emerge in summer, and fade to white as they reach maturity. Once flowers have faded and matured, seeds can be harvested to grow new plants.
