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Is reed a herb?

Reed is neither a herb nor a woody plant. In fact, reed is an aquatic or wet tall gramineous plant. Common gramineous plants include wheat, corn, rice, sorghum and other food crops. Reed belongs to the genus Phragmites and is a perennial evergreen plant. Planting reeds can not only regulate climate and nourish water sources, but also form a good wetland ecological environment.

Is reed a herb?

Reed is neither a herb nor a woody plant. In fact, reed is an aquatic or wet tall gramineous plant. Common gramineous plants include wheat, corn, rice, sorghum and other food crops.

What plant is reed?

Reed belongs to the genus Phragmites and is a perennial evergreen plant. Planting reed can not only regulate the climate, nourish the water source, but also form a good wetland ecological environment, so reed is very suitable for planting in rivers, lakes, ponds, ditches or low wetlands, and has high ornamental value.

Characteristics and appearance of reed

Stem: The stem of reed is rootlike and very developed. The stem grows upright, and the height is generally 1-3 meters.

Flowering: Generally, autumn is the time when reeds bloom in large numbers. Common colors are white, light red, light cyan and so on. They are especially beautiful after flowering and can be used for viewing.

Function: Reed can purify sewage by planting on water, and reed stalk is also a rare raw material in paper industry.