Giantreed

Common Name(s):
Giantreed
Scientific Name:
Arundo donax
Family:
Poaceae
Longevity:
Perennial
Season:
Warm
Origin:
Introduced
Height:
2 - 6 m
Flowers:
Sep - Nov
Description: Commonly seen in ditches along roadsides. It can grow to 20 feet in height and is often used as an ornamental. It provides screening cover for some wildlife species.