Several large trees and a few bushes grew upon the surface, but for the most part it was covered by a short though luxuriant grass.
But the temporary benefits of early and luxuriant grass could create a new fuel source, fire experts say, if the grasses also dry out earlier than usual.
The side of the hill, once green with luxuriant grass, was now covered with a thin patina of gray, fallen dirt.
Beneath it there was a perpetual shade and a damp growth of long, luxuriant grasses.
After a while Zo followed her, onto streets covered with luxuriant green grass.
Prominent landscape features include immense forests, luxuriant grasses, huge boulders, and masses of granite.
South from there they found luxuriant grass for the animals.
The teams were fattening on the luxuriant grass, game was everywhere and the weather balmy, but it was time to move on.
They must have led me a mile or more at least before they again halted and commenced to browse upon the rank, luxuriant grasses.
It was bad stuff - jungle country, deep thick luxuriant grass whose roots still held last night's dew.