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Rice Cutgrass

Leersia oryzoides, Poaceae

Zones
3–9
Layer
Aquatic
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

Beneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Sun (tolerated)Full Sun (preferred)

Water

High

Soil pH

5.5 – 7

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Marsh SeedboxLudwigia palustris
Beneficial Insect HabitatNutrient Accumulation

Antagonistic Plants

Giant SalviniaSalvinia molesta

Giant salvinia forms dense mats that block light and may release allelopathic compounds affecting rice cutgrass

Water LettucePistia stratiotes

Water lettuce can shade rice cutgrass and compete for nutrients in wetland margins

Uses

Functions

Water FiltrationErosion Control

Common Questions

What zones does Rice Cutgrass grow in?

Rice Cutgrass grows in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 9.

What are good companion plants for Rice Cutgrass?

Good companions for Rice Cutgrass include Marsh Seedbox.

Design guilds with Rice Cutgrass and see companion relationships visually.

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