Asian Watergrass

Hygroryza aristata

Native to:
Bangladesh, Cambodia, China, Hainan, India, Laos, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Poaceae
Genus:
Hygroryza
Species:
Hygroryza aristata
USDA Symbol:
HYAR9

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Graminoid
Height:
30 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Months:
jul,aug,sep,oct
Bloom Colors:
green

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
waterfowl, fish

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rich, organic, waterlogged soil
pH:
5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
tolerates poor drainage
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
Commonly found in shallow water bodies