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uva grass

noun
\ ˈüvə-\

Definition of uva grass

: an ornamental tropical American grass (Gynerium sagittatum) reaching a height of 30 feet or more and having huge pale tan or cream-colored panicles resembling plumes

called also cana brava

History and Etymology for uva grass

American Spanish, from Tupi ubá, uibá

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