species 41,928 observations
Giant Reed
Arundo donax
Field notes
Supports All
15
native animals
supported in the US
supported in the US
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Caterpillars
Moths and butterflies raised on it
Armyworm Moth, Sugarcane Borer
2
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Plant eaters
Animals that feed on it
Mealy Plum Aphid, Giant Reed Aphid, Mallard, Common Raven
11
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Flower visitors
Pollinators and other flower visitors
American Beaver
1
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Sheltered animals
Animals that nest or roost in it
Arundo Wasp
1
Range
Greener is more native, amber more introduced; paler is less certain. How this was decided
Key traits
- Layer
- Grasses and sedges
- Light
- Full sun Part shade
- Drought tolerant
- Yes
- Resists
- Black walnut Pollution
From NC State Extension and USDA PLANTS.