Bottle grass is a type of grass commonly found in Africa and Asia. It is also known by several other names depending on where it grows. In India the grass is known as Darbha or Kusha grass, while in Egypt it is called Qitn. Other synonyms for bottle grass include Durva grass, Dharbai, Bahama grass, and Cynodon dactylon. This grass is widely used in traditional medicine and cultural ceremonies because of its believed healing and cleansing properties. It is also popular in the landscaping and turf management industry because it is tough, drought-resistant, and grows well in hot and dry climates.