Manchurian water-rice
Zizania latifolia
Manchurian water-rice is an aquatic or semi-aquatic grass that grows best at the edges of ponds, streams, or in consistently flooded garden beds with full to partial sun. It is a vigorous spreader in ideal wet conditions, so consider planting in a submerged container to control its spread. The edible young shoots and grain have a long culinary history in East Asia, making this a rewarding choice for water garden enthusiasts interested in edible plants.
Care Level
Moderate
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 36″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
36″
Watering Schedule
Continuously Moist To Standing Water; Do Not Allow To Dry Out • Keep Roots Submerged Or Soil Saturated At All Times; Ideally Grow In Shallow Water 2-6 Inches Deep
Temperature
-20° – 90°F
Mature Spread
up to 18″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Aug 10, 2022 by Alexander Baransky (cc-by-sa)
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