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Phalaris arundinacea L.
| Family Name: | Poaceae (Gramineae) |
| Synonyms: | Phalaris arundinacea var. picta |
| Common Name: | Reed Canary Grass, Gardener's Garters, Ribbon Grass, 玉带草 |
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Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Division | Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants) (Monocotyledon) |
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| Plant Growth Form | Grass or Grass-like Plant |
Biogeography
| Native Habitat | Terrestrial |
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| Preferred Climate Zone | Sub-Tropical / Monsoonal |
| Local Conservation Status | Non-native |
Description and Ethnobotany
| Growth Form | It is a rhizomatous grass which grows about 0.6 to 1 m tall. |
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| Foliage | Its leaves are long and strap-shaped, variegated with longitudinal white stripes. Leaf blades tend to arch when mature. |
Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Foliage |
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| Landscape Uses | Parks & Gardens |
Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Full Sun, Semi-Shade |
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| Water Preference | Moderate Water |
| Rootzone Tolerance | Well-Drained Soils |
| Propagation Method | Division |
Foliar
| Mature Foliage Colour(s) | Green, White |
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Others
| Master ID | 30982 |
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| Species ID | 5369 |
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