Arundinaria gigantea

Scientific Name:Arundinaria gigantea
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Family:Poaceae
Common Name:Giant Cane
Authority: (Walt.) Muhl.
Etymology:Arundinaria = reed-like, gigantea = giant
C Value:5
Wetness:FACW
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Genus in Illinois:
1
Duration:Perennial
Reproduction:Monoecious
Flower Type:Perfect
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Flower Color:Inconspicuous
Growth Habit:Grass
Leaf Arrangement:Alternate
Leaf Type:Simple
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Leaf Margin:Entire
Leaf Toothing:Entire
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Distribution:BONAP Distribution Map
Status (State):Not Listed
Status (Federal):Not Listed
ID Tips:This is the only species of woody grass in Illinois.
Gee Whiz:Reported to grow at 440-ft due to glacial meltwater dispersal of seeds after last Ice Age.
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More Info:Illinois Wildflowers Search