Zebra grass is one of the sweet grasses
Zebra grass comes from the family of ornamental grasses, more precisely the sweet grasses, in which poisonous specimens do not occur. Consumption is neither dangerous for humans nor for animals. However, zebra grass has very sharp edges on the stalks, which can damage the skin. Animals could cut their mouths.
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Zebra grass as a forage plant
On the contrary, zebra grass is a popular forage crop for rodents like
- Guinea pig
- and rabbits
Let your pets run freely in the garden and eat the zebra grass.
Are protective measures necessary?
Nevertheless, protective measures may be necessary. Again, however, you should not expect your pets to be protected, but the plant. Many a rodent tastes the Chinese plant so good that the stalks are severely eaten and later do not develop as well. Especially since eaten stalks have a rather shabby appearance. Since rabbits and guinea pigs are among the most common "predators", protective measures are very easy to set up. A low wire fence will do. Simply tie the overhanging stalks together so that they can thrive at unreachable heights. It should be noted, however, that it is very rare that zebra grass is eaten so much that consequential damage remains.