This describes a person who has no firm principles or opinions and always sides with whoever is currently powerful or popular. They are seen as opportunistic and untrustworthy.
In a culture that values loyalty and steadfastness, being a 'wall grass' is a severe character flaw. It's often used to describe politicians or colleagues who constantly change their allegiances.
This saying is used to criticize and warn against a lack of integrity. It signals that in Chinese culture, having a stable character and sticking to your principles is more important than blindly following the crowd or seeking personal advantage.
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