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Wild Cane (Saccharum spontaneum)

Saccharum spontaneum, Wild Sugarcane, is a vigorous, invasive perennial grass. It forms dense stands with tall culms and feathery white to purplish inflorescences. Adapta

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Sunlight

Full sun

Watering

Moderate to high

Soil

Adaptable to various soil types, prefers well-drained, fertile soils but tolerates poor, waterlogged, or saline conditions.

Temperature

Warm

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Low to moderate

Care Requirements

Light

Full sun

Water

Moderate to high

Consistent moisture

Soil

Adaptable to various soil types, prefers well-drained, fertile soils but tolerates poor, waterlogged, or saline conditions.

Temperature

Warm

20-35 °C

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Low to moderate

Spring

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Grass

Plant Category

Ornamental, Medicinal, Foliage

Plant Place Type

Ground

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

1-4 m

Spread

Indefinite

Growth Rate

Very Fast

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Linear

Flower Size

20-60 cm (inflorescence)

Optimal Sunlight Lux

75000

Weed Status

Yes

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Synonyms
Imperata spontanea (L.) P.Beauv.
Saccharifera spontanea (L.) Stokes
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classLiliopsida
  • orderPoales
  • familyPoaceae
  • genusSaccharum
  • speciesSaccharum spontaneum
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

Yes

Not considered toxic to humans or pets. Young shoots are traditionally consumed in some regions. However, the leaf margins can be sharp and cause minor cuts.

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