Grass (e.g., Pampas, Elephant, Etc.) Patents (Class PLT/384)
Sugar cane (Class PLT/385)
Perennial corn (Class PLT/386)
Salt grass (Class PLT/387)
Recreational turf or pasture grass (Class PLT/388)
  • Lomandra hystrix plant named 'LHBYF'
    Publication number: 20100071104
    Abstract: ‘LHBYF’ is a distinctive variety of Lomandra hystrix which is characterized by the combination of its tall, medium density plant growth habit with long leaves and large, prominent inflorescences with many flowers borne in spring and summer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 17, 2008
    Publication date: March 18, 2010
    Inventor: Todd Anthony Layt
  • Centipedegrass plant named 'BA-417'
    Publication number: 20090178169
    Abstract: A newly discovered, and asexually prorogated genotype of Centipedegrass with a distinct set of agronomic, horticultural, and morphological traits.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 7, 2008
    Publication date: July 9, 2009
    Inventor: Brian T. Scully
  • Pennisetum alopecuroides plant named 'PAV300'
    Publication number: 20090126054
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Pennisetum alopecuroides plant named ‘PAV300’ is characterized by its semi-dwarf and compact, dense growth habit with green-white variegated leaves that are finer and more narrow than other varieties of Pennisetum alopecuroides. ‘PAV300’ is further characterized by a medium-sized inflorescence which is green with a purple tinge.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 28, 2008
    Publication date: May 14, 2009
    Inventor: Tobey Wagner
  • Carex plant named ICE BALLET
    Publication number: 20090106871
    Abstract: A new cultivar of Carex morrowii, ‘Ice Ballet’, characterized by its variegated foliage with creamy white margins and green centers with wider margins than is typical for other variegated cultivars of Carex morrowii, a clumping forming but slowly spreading habit with suitable use as a groundcover, a vigorous growth rate, and hardiness in at least U.S.D.A. Zones 4 to 9.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 17, 2007
    Publication date: April 23, 2009
    Inventor: Marc R. Laviana
  • Agrostis plant named 'Green Twist'
    Publication number: 20040261151
    Abstract: A new and distinct early flowering Agrostis plant with intense green leaves and a cascading habit.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 20, 2003
    Publication date: December 23, 2004
    Applicant: Heinrich Westhoff and Josef Westhoff
    Inventor: Eidg. Dipl. Gartnermeister Wicki
  • Arundo plant named ‘Oriental Gold’
    Patent number: PP15489
    Abstract: Arundo formosana ‘Oriental Gold’, is a new and unique cultivar that is characterized by its variegated foliage of yellow-green to creamy yellow with green stripes, its clump-forming, bushy habit and usefulness in container plantings .
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 25, 2004
    Date of Patent: January 25, 2005
    Inventor: C. Greg Speichert
  • Pogonatherum plant named ‘Deplabun’
    Patent number: PP15885
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Pogonatherum plant named ‘Deplabun’, characterized by its upright and mounted plant habit; freely branching, bushy and relatively vigorous growth habit; and green-colored leaf blades.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 28, 2004
    Date of Patent: July 19, 2005
    Assignees: NV Deroose Plants, Bunnik Plants B.V.
    Inventor: Reginald Deroose
  • Andropogon plant named ‘Big Daddy’
    Patent number: PP16162
    Abstract: A new cultivar of Big bluestem, Andropogon gerardi ‘Big Daddy’, that is characterized by its clump-forming growth habit, its sturdy and upright plant habit, and its dense seen heads that are deep reddish purple in color.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 12, 2004
    Date of Patent: December 13, 2005
    Inventor: Neil Hart Diboll
  • Miscanthus plant named ‘Mysterious Maiden’
    Patent number: PP16197
    Abstract: A new cultivar of Miscanthus, Miscanthus sinensis ‘Mysterious Maiden’, characterized by its gold-banded foliage, narrow leaves, vase-shaped habit and its vigorous growth rate.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 25, 2004
    Date of Patent: January 10, 2006
    Inventor: Jack Weiskott
  • Calamagrostis plant named ‘Eldorado’
    Patent number: PP16486
    Abstract: A new cultivar of Feather reed grass, Calamagrostis×acutiflora ‘Eldorado’, characterized by its variegated foliage with golden yellow centers and green margins, golden colored rachis, cold hardiness to USDA Zone 4 and its vigorous growth habit with tolerance to a range of growing conditions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 20, 2004
    Date of Patent: April 25, 2006
    Inventor: Todd Erin Kowitz
  • Schizachyrium plant named ‘MinnblueA’
    Patent number: PP17310
    Abstract: A new cultivar of Schizachyrium scoparium, ‘MinnblueA’, that is characterized by its tall, narrow, upright form that does not lodge and its unique foliage color that is blue with highlights of burgundy in summer changing to a bright mixture of colors in fall including tones of purple, blue, red, pink, burgundy, and orange. ‘MinnblueA’ is further characterized by its ability to grow in a wide range of soil types including heavy clay, dry, and alkaline soils.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 13, 2005
    Date of Patent: December 26, 2006
    Assignee: Regents of the University of Minnesota
    Inventor: Mary Hockenberry Meyer
  • Pennisetum purpureum plant named ‘Princess’
    Patent number: PP17728
    Abstract: Pennisetum purpureum ‘Princess’ is a dwarf, purple-foliaged napiergrass. It is a perennial in USDA hardiness zones 8-10, and a vigorous annual in more northern zones.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 13, 2005
    Date of Patent: May 15, 2007
    Assignee: University of Georgia Research Foundation, Inc.
    Inventors: Wayne W. Hanna, John M. Ruter
  • Agrostis plant named ‘Green Twist’
    Patent number: PP17746
    Abstract: A new and distinct early flowering Agrostis plant with intense green leaves and a cascading habit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 20, 2003
    Date of Patent: May 22, 2007
    Inventor: Eidg. Dipl. Gärtnermeister Wicki
  • Panicum plant named ‘RR1’
    Patent number: PP17944
    Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Panicum plant named ‘RR1’, characterized by a base blue-green foliage developing into predominately dark purple-red foliage color by early to mid-summer, easy propagation, vigorous growth and compact growth habit. The unique purple-red color developing at mid-season enhances commercial value as an ornamental.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 1, 2005
    Date of Patent: August 28, 2007
    Assignee: University of Connecticut
    Inventor: Mark H. Brand
  • Libertia plant name ‘NNGF2’
    Patent number: PP18228
    Abstract: A new cultivar of Libertia named ‘NNGF2’ that is characterized by compact fan-shaped clumping habit, golden-yellow foliage, and white star-like flowers. In combination these traits set ‘NNGF2’ apart from all other existing varieties of Libertia known to the inventor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 26, 2006
    Date of Patent: November 20, 2007
    Inventor: Mark Dean
  • Cortaderia plant named ‘Evita’
    Patent number: PP18312
    Abstract: A new cultivar of Cortaderia selloana named ‘Evita’, characterized by its short stature, its showy plumes of silvery white flowers, its vigorous growth habit, and its ability to flower as a young plant. ‘Evita’ is a Cortaderia that is suitable for small borders, larger containers, and for use as a dried and fresh cut flower.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 15, 2005
    Date of Patent: December 11, 2007
    Inventor: Klaus Peters
  • Libertia plant named ‘TAUPO BLAZE’
    Patent number: PP18486
    Abstract: A new cultivar of Libertia named ‘TAUPO BLAZE’ that is characterized by compact clumping habit, white star-like flowers, and pronounced burnt-red to scarlet foliage color in fall and winter. In combination these traits set ‘TAUPO BLAZE’ apart from all other existing varieties of Libertia known to the inventor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 25, 2006
    Date of Patent: February 12, 2008
    Inventor: Phillip Smith
  • Pennisetum plant named ‘Fireworks’
    Patent number: PP18504
    Abstract: A new cultivar of Pennisetum setaceum named ‘Fireworks’, characterized by its unique variegated foliage comprised of vertical bands of burgundy, green, and white combined with a vigorous growth habit and showy pale red-purple plumes from early summer until frost.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 14, 2006
    Date of Patent: February 19, 2008
    Inventor: Ronald Strasko
  • Pennisetum purpureum plant named ‘Prince’
    Patent number: PP18509
    Abstract: Pennisetum purpureum ‘Prince’ is a semi-dwarf, purple-foliaged napiergrass. It is a perennial in USDA hardiness zones 8-10, and a vigorous annual in more northern zones.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 13, 2005
    Date of Patent: February 26, 2008
    Assignee: University of Georgia Research Foundation, Inc.
    Inventors: Wayne W. Hanna, John M. Ruter
  • Sporobolus plant named ‘Morning Mist’
    Patent number: PP14344
    Abstract: A new cultivar of Sporobolus heterolepis ‘Morning Mist’. ‘Morning Mist’ is characterized by an unusually high number of sturdy, red fruiting culms borne at a consistent height above dense gently arching foliage.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 13, 2002
    Date of Patent: December 2, 2003
    Inventor: Neil Hart Diboll
  • Lomandra filiformis plant named ‘LMF500’
    Patent number: PP18859
    Abstract: ‘LMF500’ is a distinctive variety of Lomandra filiformis characterized by a more compact growth habit with a greater shoot density than common Lomandra filiformis. In addition, ‘LMF500’ has a more glaucous leaf texture than common Lomandra filiformis, which results in an overall blue-green foliage colour, whereas common Lomandra filiformis has an overall grey-green to green foliage colour.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 9, 2006
    Date of Patent: May 27, 2008
    Assignee: Ozbreed Pty. Ltd.
    Inventor: Todd Anthony Layt
  • Seashore Paspalum plant named ‘SI 98’
    Patent number: PP18869
    Abstract: A new and distinct vegetatively reproduced cultivar of seashore papalum, Paspalum vaginatum, which is characterized by its semi-dwarf, low growing and rapidly spreading growth habit, its superior salt tolerance and its ability to maintain high turf density and quality at a range of mowing heights. These characteristics make it desirable for wall to wall use on golf courses, athletic fields and recreational venues where water quality is a consideration.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 19, 2005
    Date of Patent: June 3, 2008
    Assignee: University of Georgia Research Foundation, Inc.
    Inventor: Ronny R. Duncan
  • Dianella revoluta plant named ‘DTN03’
    Patent number: PP18883
    Abstract: ‘DTN03’ is a distinctive variety of Dianella revoluta, which is characterized by its combination of bluish-green leaf color, strong leaf glaucosity, very short height, erect growth habit, very dense shoots with very short internodes, and narrow leaf blade. Pale blue flowers on stems up to 50 cm high typically develop in spring and early summer and are followed by green berries.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 10, 2006
    Date of Patent: June 3, 2008
    Assignee: VersaScapes L.L.C.
    Inventor: Todd Anthony Layt
  • Cortaderia plant named ‘Silver Star ’
    Patent number: PP18890
    Abstract: A new variety of Cortaderia plant particularly distinguished by having a broad inverted triangle shape with arching leaves and greyed-green inflorescences, long green leaves with yellow-green stripes, moderate vigor and hardiness to at least USDA zone, is disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 14, 2006
    Date of Patent: June 3, 2008
    Assignee: Gebroeders V.D. Salm B.V.
    Inventor: Arie Bakhuijzen
  • Cortaderia plant named ‘Scarlet Wonder’
    Patent number: PP19015
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Cortaderia plant named ‘Scarlet Wonder’, characterized by its upright and somewhat outwardly spreading plant habit; vigorous growth habit; green-colored leaves; purple-colored pendulous flower panicles; and good garden performance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 14, 2007
    Date of Patent: July 15, 2008
    Assignee: Compass Plants B.V.
    Inventor: Johan Troelstra
  • Pennisetum alopecuroides plant named ‘Piglet’
    Patent number: PP19074
    Abstract: A new, distinct Pennisetum alopecuroides plant as shown and described, characterized by a short habit of 40-45 cm.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 7, 2006
    Date of Patent: August 5, 2008
    Inventor: Brent Horvath
  • Miscanthus plant named ‘Gilded Tower’
    Patent number: PP14743
    Abstract: Miscanthus ‘Gilded Tower’, a sport of Miscanthus ‘Giganteus’, is a new and unique cultivar that is characterized by its variegated foliage of yellow-green and deep green stripes with a white mid-rib.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 21, 2003
    Date of Patent: May 4, 2004
    Inventors: C. Greg Speichert, Roger Grounds
  • Hakonechloa macra plant named ‘Stripe it Rich’
    Patent number: PP19259
    Abstract: A new and distinct Hakonechloa plant named ‘Stripe it Rich’ characterized by gold foliage variegated with white stripes and excellent vigor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 27, 2007
    Date of Patent: September 23, 2008
    Assignee: Terra Nova Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventor: Harini Korlipara
  • Lomandra longifolia plant named ‘Katrinus Deluxe’
    Patent number: PP19262
    Abstract: ‘Katrinus Deluxe’ is a distinctive variety of Lomandra longifolia which is characterized by the combination of its dense plant growth habit, medium-tall plant height, narrow-medium leaf width, large inflorescence size and presence of male flowers only.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 28, 2007
    Date of Patent: September 23, 2008
    Inventor: Todd Anthony Layt
  • Panicum plant named ‘Prairie Fire’
    Patent number: PP19367
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of ornamental Panicum virgatum plant named ‘Prairie Fire’ with erect culms and becoming deep wine red early in the season, suitable as a potted plant, for mass or specimen landscaping, and for cut flower arrangements.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 30, 2007
    Date of Patent: October 21, 2008
    Inventor: Gary M. Trucks
  • Cortaderia plant named ‘Amco’
    Patent number: PP19417
    Abstract: A new and distinct Cortaderia plant having variegated foliage and a long flowering season.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 6, 2007
    Date of Patent: November 4, 2008
    Inventor: Hinrich Bremer
  • Pogonatherum plant named ‘BA50002’
    Patent number: PP19426
    Abstract: A new cultivar of Pogonatherum plant named ‘BA50002’ that is characterized by green leaves and a compact growth habit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 19, 2007
    Date of Patent: November 4, 2008
    Assignee: Deroose Plants Inc.
    Inventor: Paul Deroose
  • Miscanthus plant named ‘Gold Bar’
    Patent number: PP15193
    Abstract: A new cultivar of Miscanthus, Miscanthus sinensis ‘Gold Bar’, that is characterized by its densely banded creamy yellow and green foliage, its short stature, its dense and upright plant habit, and its late season bloom.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 5, 2004
    Date of Patent: September 28, 2004
    Inventors: Michael Vern Smith, Maurice Horn, Scott Christy
  • Hakonechloa plant named ‘Naomi’
    Patent number: PP19897
    Abstract: A new and unique cultivar of Hakonechloa named ‘Naomi’ that is characterized by its variegated foliage that is creamy white to yellow green with green bands in the spring and summer and turning deep red to deep purple in fall. As the mature foliage changes to a red and purple with cool temperatures, a combination of summer and fall foliage creates a unique combination of foliage color. ‘Naomi’ is further characterized by its dwarf plant habit, its hardiness in U.S.D.A. Zones 5 to 9, and its relatively vigorous growth habit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 31, 2008
    Date of Patent: April 7, 2009
    Inventor: Olivier Bennato Chez
  • Hakonechloa plant named ‘Nicolas’
    Patent number: PP19898
    Abstract: A new and unique cultivar of Hakonechloa named ‘Nicolas’ that is characterized by its green to yellow green foliage in the spring and summer that turns deep red fall. As the mature foliage changes to a red with cool temperatures, a combination of summer and fall foliage creates a unique combination of foliage color. ‘Nicolas’ is further characterized by its dwarf plant habit, its hardiness in U.S.D.A. Zones 5 to 9, and its relatively vigorous growth habit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 31, 2008
    Date of Patent: April 7, 2009
    Inventor: Olivier Bennato Chez
  • Carex plant named ‘Ice Ballet’
    Patent number: PP20228
    Abstract: A new cultivar of Carex morrowii, ‘Ice Ballet’, characterized by its variegated foliage with creamy white margins and green centers with wider margins than is typical for other variegated cultivars of Carex morrowii, a clumping forming but slowly spreading habit with suitable use as a groundcover, a vigorous growth rate, and hardiness in at least U.S.D.A. Zones 4 to 9.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 17, 2007
    Date of Patent: August 18, 2009
    Assignee: Sunny Border Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventor: Marc R. Laviana
  • plant named ‘Lottum’
    Patent number: PP20348
    Abstract: A new and distinct Miscanthus cultivar named ‘Lottum’ is disclosed, characterized by rapid, vigorous growth, and long, green leaves, marked with golden yellow blotches.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 27, 2008
    Date of Patent: September 22, 2009
    Inventor: Jozef H. Vergeldt
  • plant named ‘REKOHU SUNRISE’
    Patent number: PP20512
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Carex named ‘REKOHU SUNRISE’ that is characterized by clumping habit, variegated foliage with golden-yellow edges, and chestnut-brown spikelets. In combination these traits set ‘REKOHU SUNRISE’ apart from all other existing varieties of Carex known to the inventor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 30, 2008
    Date of Patent: December 1, 2009
    Inventor: Lindsey Hatch
  • plant named ‘River Mist’
    Patent number: PP20643
    Abstract: A new cultivar of Chasmanthium latifolium, ‘River Mist’, characterized by its green and white variegated foliage and its white seed heads that cascade from upright culms.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 23, 2008
    Date of Patent: January 12, 2010
    Assignee: ITSaul Plants, LLC
    Inventor: Karen R. Stever
  • plant named ‘Thundercloud’
    Patent number: PP20665
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of ornamental Panicum virgatum plant named ‘Thundercloud’ with erect culms producing broad bluish foliage, with light airy panicles that persist well into the winter suitable as a potted plant, for the garden, and for cut flower arrangements.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 30, 2008
    Date of Patent: January 19, 2010
    Inventor: Gary M Trucks
  • plant named ‘Ivory Fountain’
    Patent number: PP20682
    Abstract: A new cultivar of Pennisetum setaceum named ‘Ivory Fountain’, characterized by its racemes (seed heads) that emerge white and tinged with rose-purple and fade to white as they mature, its year around free flowering habit, its arching leaves, its height of 48 to 54 inches in bloom, its sterile seeds, and its vigorous growth habit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 12, 2008
    Date of Patent: January 26, 2010
    Inventor: Michael C. Rinck
  • plant named ‘Desert Plains’
    Patent number: PP20751
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of ornamental Fountain Grass, Pennisetum alopecuroides ‘Desert Plains’, with vase-shaped habit, broad foliage that develops early colors of red and orange, begins flowering in August and lasting through the winter.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 22, 2008
    Date of Patent: February 16, 2010
    Inventor: Gary M. Trucks
  • plant named ‘Carousel’
    Patent number: PP20948
    Abstract: A new cultivar of Schizachyrium scoparium, ‘Carousel’, that is characterized by its compact and rounded form with upright culms that does not lodge in fall and winter or with exposure to rain or snow, its short stature with a height of about 30 cm, its foliage that emerges nearly horizontal and becomes upright, its coloration that is green to blue-green with streaks of pink in summer, a blend of copper, beige, orange-red, and mahogany in fall, and beige in winter.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 13, 2009
    Date of Patent: April 27, 2010
    Inventor: Donovan L. Boehm
  • plant named ‘CarFit01’
    Patent number: PP20955
    Abstract: A new and distinct Carex cultivar named ‘CarFit01’ is disclosed, characterized by very compact growth, distinctive white variegation on the leaf margins and strong root establishment and development. The new variety is a Carex, suitable for commercial production in 15 to 19 inch pots.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 12, 2008
    Date of Patent: April 27, 2010
    Inventor: Patrick FitzGerald
  • plant named ‘Everillo’
    Patent number: PP21002
    Abstract: A new cultivar of Carex oshimensis, ‘Everillo’, characterized its foliage that is uniformly yellow in color, its compact clump-forming growth habit, its ability to be readily propagated by rhizome division and basal cuttings, and its hardiness at least in U.S.D.A. Zones 6 to 9.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 25, 2009
    Date of Patent: May 18, 2010
    Inventor: Pat Fitzgerald
  • plant named ‘golden goblin’
    Patent number: PP21239
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Cortaderia plant named ‘Golden Goblin’, characterized by its compact, upright to outwardly arching plant habit; green and yellow variegated leaves; early flowering habit; and good garden performance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 27, 2009
    Date of Patent: August 24, 2010
    Inventor: Michael Merz
  • plant named ‘Ice Cream’
    Patent number: PP21463
    Abstract: A new cultivar of Carex oshimensis, ‘Ice Cream’, characterized by its variegated foliage with wide, dark green margins and creamy white centers, its relatively vigorous growth habit and its hardiness at least in U.S.D.A. Zones 5 to 9.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 10, 2009
    Date of Patent: November 9, 2010
    Assignee: Sunny Border Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventor: Marc R. Laviana
  • plant named ‘Tift-17’
    Patent number: PP21464
    Abstract: The new variety Pennisetum ‘Tift-17’ is provided. The new and distinct variety has excellent drought tolerance; superior Helminthosporium leaf spot resistance; high ornamental value; higher tiller number in drought conditions; cold tolerance for short periods of time; and relatively long trichomes on the sheath and at the leaf blade edge at the collar. The asexually reproduced variety is reliably propagated vegetatively.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 17, 2009
    Date of Patent: November 9, 2010
    Assignee: University of Georgia Research Foundation
    Inventors: Wayne William Hanna, S. Kristine Braman
  • plant named ‘Sky Rocket’
    Patent number: PP21497
    Abstract: A new cultivar of Pennisetum setaceum named ‘Sky Rocket’, characterized by its variegated foliage comprised of vertical bands of green and white that typically have green centers and white margins, its height of about 1.2 meters, its blooms that are white in color and slightly tinged with purple-pink, and its very vigorous but non-invasive growth habit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 28, 2009
    Date of Patent: November 16, 2010
    Assignee: It Saul Plants
    Inventors: Ronald Strasko, Karen R. Stever
  • plant named ‘Huron Solstice’
    Patent number: PP21498
    Abstract: The new and distinct cultivar of ornamental Switch Grass, Panicum virgatum ‘Huron Solstice’, with erect culms and becoming deep wine red early in the season and light airy flowers that persist into winter. ‘Huron Solstice’ is suitable as a potted plant, for multi-seasonal mass or specimen landscaping, and for cut flower arrangements.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 21, 2008
    Date of Patent: November 16, 2010
    Inventor: Martin Quinn