A clumping perennial to 4 m, native to tropical Africa, this grass is fairly tolerant of different soil conditions and remarkably drought tolerant for a plant of high rainfall areas. It spreads from stems arising from a creeping underground rhizome, from seed and cuttings. It is a plant very 'hungry' for nutrient but does not like waterlogged conditions. It is very fast to recover from browsing.
This is a very easy grass to propagate. Simply place small branches into damp soil either in situ, or in a nursery situation. Roots will strike very quickly.