Japanese Sweet Flag (Acorus Gramineus) is a perennial aquatic in the Acoraceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires high watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 5-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs. It can be grown indoors.

Acorus gramineus is a semi-evergreen, clump-forming aquatic or marginal perennial with grass-like narrow leaves, commonly used as ground cover in moist or wet soils.

Japanese Sweet Flag

Japanese Sweet Flag

Acorus Gramineus

Acorus gramineus is a semi-evergreen, clump-forming aquatic or marginal perennial with grass-like narrow leaves, commonly used as ground cover in moist or wet soils.

Quick Facts

Type
aquatic
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
High
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
5-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, peaty, silty
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, marginal aquatic plant, ornamental foliage

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Japanese Sweet Flag

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Acoraceae
Genus:Acorus