Microstegium vimineum

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ENV-017259",
  "term": "Microstegium vimineum",
  "field": "Environment",
  "definition": "Japanese stiltgrass, or Nepalese browntop, is an annual grass with a sprawling habit. It germinates in spring and grows slowly through the summer months, ultimately reaching heights of 2 to 3½ ft. The leaves are pale green, lance-shaped, asymmetrical, 1 to 3 in. long, and have a distinctive shiny midrib. Slender stalks of tiny flowers are produced in late summer (August through September-early October) and dry fruits called achenes are produced soon afterwards.",
  "references": [
    "National Park Service Plant Conservation Alliance at http://www.nps.gov/plants/alien/fact/mivi1.htm"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/microstegium-vimineum/"
}