Annual Wildrice (Zizania Aquatica) is a annual aquatic in the Poaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires aquatic watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Zizania aquatica, commonly known as annual wildrice or wild rice, is an aquatic annual grass native to eastern North America. It grows in shallow waters such as marshes, ponds, lakes, and slow-moving rivers.

Annual Wildrice

Annual Wildrice

Zizania Aquatica

Zizania aquatica, commonly known as annual wildrice or wild rice, is an aquatic annual grass native to eastern North America. It grows in shallow waters such as marshes, ponds, lakes, and slow-moving rivers.

Quick Facts

Type
aquatic
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
aquatic
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
3-8

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:silty, mucky, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:erosion control, wildlife habitat, ornamental aquatic plant

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Annual Wildrice

Jan
Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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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:Poaceae
Genus:Zizania