Japanese Stilt Grass

The Japanese Stilt grass (Microstegium vimineum) was originated from Korea, Japan, China and Malaysia. And was introduced in the United States in Tennessee around 1919 and escaped as a result of its use as a packing material for porcelain. Stilt grass germinates in Spring and grows slowly in through the Summer months. It grows up to the heights of 2 to 3 ft. and has a pale green leaves. The plant is found in 15 States in the country, including New Jersey our States, Georgia, Maryland, Tennessee, North Carolina, New York etc. The Stilt grass dwell well in areas such as moist ground, floodplain forests, wetland and gardens. Because of its ability to grow well in such areas, it produces more seeds ranging from 100 to 1000, which are sometime spread by water during heavy rains. Stilt grass covers the floor of the forest, whereby preventing the growth of other plants including shrubs and young trees, making it an invasive plant. Because of its taste other animals and insects do not eat, hence continue to grow in number in the country.