Acorus gramineus

Japanese Sedge

WhatsApp
Rhizomatous perennial herb with slender, grass-like leaves, often variegated. Thrives in moist soil or shallow water containers.
yard Outdoor plants wb_sunny Half-shade pets Not pet-safe
info Pot sizes shown are estimations. Real dimensions may vary depending on the merchant.
Merchant Pot Size Availability Price
Amazon.com - Out of Stock $17.99 Buy
Amazon.com - Out of Stock $24.99 Buy
Amazon.com - In Stock $38.00 Buy
info

Plant Details

Common Name Japanese Sedge
Family Acoraceae
Genus Acorus
Species Gramineus
Origin East Asia
Blooming Foliage plant, rare flowering indoors
Leaf Color Green with yellow stripes
Sunlight Half-shade
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
yard

Care & Maintenance

terrain
Soil

Moist loamy soil or aquatic substrate, tolerates waterlogged conditions

water_drop
Watering

Keep soil constantly moist; can tolerate shallow submersion in containers

light_mode
Sunlight & Care

Prefers full sun for variegation but tolerates partial shade indoors

science
Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during active growth period (Apr-Sept)

content_cut
Pruning

Trim dead or yellow leaves at the base to maintain appearance

Pest Control Aphid Snail Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

calendar_month

Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 2 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
thermostat

Growing Parameters

thermostat
Temperature
50° – 90°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
water_drop
Humidity
50% – 90%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
light_mode
Light (LUX)
1500 – 20000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
wb_sunny
Light (PAR)
1200 – 3600
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
water
Soil Moisture
40% – 85%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
bolt
Soil EC
350 – 2000
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

Related Plants

You might also like these plants

Browse All ›
Acorus gramineus Variegatus
parkOutdoor plants petsPet friendly
Acorus gramineus Variegatus

Variegated Japanese Sedge

account_treeAcoraceae location_onJapan & China

info Price unavailable

Acorus calamus
parkOutdoor plants
Acorus calamus

Sweet Flag

account_treeAcoraceae location_onEurope, Asia

info Price unavailable

favorite