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
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- Low
- Ground Cover:
- Yes
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Wildlife Value:
- waterfowl, aquatic invertebrates
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