Uniola (Chasmanthium) paniculata (Southern Sea Oats)

Uniola (Chasmanthium) paniculata, commonly known as Southern Sea Oats, is a perennial grass native to the southeastern United States. It is best known for its attractive oat-like seed heads that turn bronze in the fall. This grass forms clumps of arching, slender green leaves that can reach a height of 3-5 feet. The seed heads add an interesting visual element to gardens and are often used for floral arrangements.