Chinese fountain grass
A perennial grass (Pennisetum alopecuroides) native to East Asia, often used as an ornamental plant. The name is usually written in katakana.
I planted Chinese fountain grass in the garden.
Katakana spelling is common for this plant name; usually written in kana.
Kanji form is rarely used; the plant is normally written in kana.
The name チカラシバ (力芝) literally means 'power grass', likely referring to the plant's robust appearance. The exact origin is uncertain.