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Northern Wild Rice (Zizania Palustris) is a annual grass in the Poaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires aquatic watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Zizania palustris is an annual aquatic grass known for its edible grain, native to North American wetlands.

Northern Wild Rice

Northern Wild Rice

Zizania Palustris

Zizania palustris is an annual aquatic grass known for its edible grain, native to North American wetlands.

Quick Facts

Type
grass
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
aquatic
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
3-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
✅
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:silty, loamy, muddy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:erosion control, wildlife habitat, food source

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Northern 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.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Poaceae
Genus:Zizania