Not a grass; this is Thoroughwort or Boneset
Eupatorium altissimum or similar Asteraceae · Broadleaf herbaceous perennial, not a grass
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Grass Category
Native weed or forb, not turf
Hardiness Zones
USDA Zones 3 through 8, depending on the specific species.
About This Grass
Stiffly erect plant growing 2 to 4 feet tall with lanceolate, coarsely toothed leaves and dense flat-topped clusters of small white flower heads. Displays typical aster family characteristics.
Blade Characteristics
Leaves are alternate, lance-shaped, hairy, and distinctly not grass blades with parallel veins.
Growing Information
Growth Habit
Upright, branching perennial forb from a rootstock
Sunlight & Water Needs
Thrives in full sun to partial shade with moderate to dry soil conditions.
Mowing & Maintenance
Managed by pulling, digging, or broadleaf herbicides rather than mowing.
Identified on 10/18/2026