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Meanings of star grass in English

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cynodon dactylon

Trailing grass native to Europe now cosmopolitan in warm regions; used for lawns and pastures especially in southern United States and India.

      cynodon dactylon

      Any of several perennials of the genus Aletris having grasslike leaves and bitter roots reputed to cure colic.

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            Several towns were destroyed, and the crowing corn cut down.
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            Tomara brought her special teas, brewed from cane berry leaves, honey, and unicorn root, to make her womb more fertile.
            Oracle's Queen

            Perennial Australian grass having numerous long spikes arranged like the vanes of a windmill.

                  Usage of star grass in English
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                  "Yellow star grass," said the Professor, "with which to make a nest.
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