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.
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
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Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
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Common Diseases and Remedies
Common Diseases
Leaf Spot, Powdery, Mildew Rust, Aphid Infestation, Root Rot
Symptoms
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
Organic Remedies
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.