Coelorachis rottboellioides

Rottboellia rottboellioides

Native to:
Australia, Lesser Sunda Is., New Guinea, Philippines

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Poaceae
Genus:
Rottboellia
Species:
Rottboellia rottboellioides
USDA Symbol:
CORO10

Growth Characteristics

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

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
birds

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
fertile, well-drained loamy soil
pH:
5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
thrives in tropical and subtropical regions