Giant Reed
Arundo donax

Giant Reed Plant

Giant Reed (Arundo donax) grows up to 20 ft, thrives in wet soil, full sun, high moisture, and is not edible and not medicinal.


Picture illustrating Giant Reed Plant

Habit

Grass

Height

6-20 ft

Growth

Fast

Soil

Wet

Shade

Full Sun

Moisture

High

Edible

No

Medicinal

No

Origin

Worldwide

Climatic Condition

Temperate, Subtropical

Temperature (°)

15-30

Humidity (%)

50-80%

Potting media

Loam, Compost

Fertilizers

Organic

Watering

Regular

Plant Weight 

5-10 kg

Flowering Time

Year round

Soil Ph level

6.0-7.5

Water Ph level

6.0-7.5

Soil EC

1.0-1.3

Yield Per Plant 

 Biofuel, erosion control

NPK ratio 

10:10:10

life Span

Perennial

Health Benefits

 

Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?

50% compost, 25% sand, 25% peat moss


Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers

Fertilize every 6-8 weeks with balanced fertilizer.

Common Diseases and Remedies

Leaf Spot, Powdery, Mildew Rust, Aphid Infestation, Root Rot

Brown or black lesions on leaves, White powdery growth on leaves ,Reddish or orange pustules on leaves, Distorted leaves and sticky residue, Wilting and stunted growth

Neem oil, compost tea, Improve air circulation, sulfur spray, Insecticidal soap, Improve soil drainage.

Copper-based fungicides, Sulfur-based fungicides, Fungicides with propiconazole, Chemical insecticides, Soil-applied fungicides

                  HEALTH BENEFITS

  • Used in traditional medicine for diuretic and pain-relief properties.

  • Can help with urinary tract infections and kidney issues.

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