Manchurian Wild Rice (Zizania Latifolia) is a perennial grass in the Poaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires aquatic watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Zizania latifolia is a perennial aquatic grass native to Asia, used as a food plant with edible stems and grains.

Manchurian Wild Rice

Manchurian Wild Rice

Zizania Latifolia

Zizania latifolia is a perennial aquatic grass native to Asia, used as a food plant with edible stems and grains.

Quick Facts

Type
grass
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
aquatic
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
7-10

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty, clay
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:ornamental, food crop, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Manchurian Wild Rice

Jan
Prune
Feb
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