Giant reed (Arundo donax)
Giant reed, also known as Wild cane, Spanish cane, Spanish reed, Donax cane
Arundo donax, commonly called giant reed, is a robust grass that flourishes in both standing water and well-drained soil. In warm regions, it can grow as tall as 6 meters and may produce long purple flowers. This plant is notable for providing material to craft reeds used in musical instruments like clarinets and saxophones.
Key Facts About Giant reed
Attributes of Giant reed
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Grass
Plant Height
4 m to 6 m
Spread
1.5 m to 2.5 m
Leaf Color
Green Blue White Gray Variegated Silver
Flower Size
8 cm to 15 cm
Flower Color
Purple White Brown
Scientific Classification of Giant reed
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Monocotyledons
Order
Grasses, sedges and allies
Family
Grass
Genus
Giant reeds
Species
Giant reed