Branched Bur-Reed
About Branched Bur-Reed
Branched Bur-Reed is a super rare houseplant đż that needs regular watering to thrive. They do best in abundant sunlight â and should be less than 3 feet from a window.
Branched Bur-Reed belongs to the Sparganium genus, and is native to northern temperate regions.
Taxonomy
Sparganium erectum
Sparganium
Typhaceae
Poales
Also known as
Branched bur-reed and Simplestem bur-reed
How to care for Branched Bur-Reed
Water
How often to water your Branched Bur-Reed
every 9
Branched Bur-Reed needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnât get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot located in Houston, Texas.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9
Light
Check the growing potential in your area
A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.
Houston, Texas
55% Medium
Finding light for Branched Bur-Reed in your home
a window
Branched Bur-Reed may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves đ, without ample sunlight.
Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth..ď¸
Houston, Texas currently has medium levels of sunlight intensity, you can help this plant grow by treating it to ample light âď¸.
Nutrients
How to fertilize Branched Bur-Reed
Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil itâs likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Branched Bur-Reed after it doubles in size or once a yearâwhichever comes first.
FAQs
Branched Bur-Reed prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
Branched Bur-Reed may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves đ without ample sunlight. Place it less than 3 feet from a window to maximize the potential for growth. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home đĄ.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantâs toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itâs always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.
Growing Outdoors
USDA Hardiness Zone
Branched Bur-Reed can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 4a-8b. Find your local hardiness zone here.
Care Summary for Branched Bur-Reed
Branched Bur-Reed
Greg recommends:
Water
0.5 cups every 9 days
Placement
< 3ft from a window
Nutrients
Repot after 2x growth
Based on your location in Houston, Texas, the 4â pot your plant is in, and that it doesnât get direct sunlight.
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