Life Span
Perennial
Perennial
Origin
Southeastern United States, Central United States, South-Central United States, Mexico
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Types
Elliot Pecan, Gafford Pecan
Calamagrostis x acutiflora 'Overdam'
Habitat
Loamy soils, Moist woods, Tropical regions
Grassland, low mountains, Semi desert, Woodlands
USDA Hardiness Zone
5-9
5-9
Sunset Zone
2b, 3a, 3b, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20
2b, 3a, 3b, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
Habit
Upright/Erect
Upright/Erect
Flower Color
Yellow, Green
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Flower Color Modifier
Bicolor
Bicolor
Leaf Color in Spring
Green
White, Green
Leaf Color in Summer
Green
Light Green
Leaf Color in Fall
Yellow
White, Green, Orange, Gold
Leaf Color in Winter
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Gold, Tan
Leaf Shape
Pinnate
Linear
Plant Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Summer, Fall, Winter
Sunlight
Full Sun
Full Sun, Partial Sun, Partial shade
Type of Soil
Loam
Clay, Loam, Sand
The pH of Soil
Acidic, Neutral
Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Soil Drainage
Well drained
Average
Bloom Time
Spring
Summer, Late Summer
Tolerances
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Wet Site, Pollution, Drought, Salt, Soil Compaction
Where to Plant?
Ground
Ground
How to Plant?
Seedlings, Stem Planting
Seedlings
Plant Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Watering Requirements
Requires watering in the growing season, Use Mulches to help prevent water loss during hot and windy weather, Water more in summer
Average Water Needs
In Summer
Lots of watering
Lots of watering
In Spring
Moderate
Moderate
In Winter
Average Water
Average Water
Soil pH
Acidic, Neutral
Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Soil Type
Loam
Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil Drainage Capacity
Well drained
Average
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Full Sun, Partial Sun, Partial shade
Pruning
Cut upper 1/3 section when young to enhancegrowth, Remove dead branches
Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches, Remove dead leaves
Fertilizers
Apply 10-10-10 amount, Nitrogen, Zinc fertilizers
All-Purpose Liquid Fertilizer
Pests and Diseases
Crown rot, Leaf curl, Leaf spot, Red blotch, Snails, Squirrels
Red blotch
Plant Tolerance
Heat Tolerance, Humidity, Shade areas, Soil Compaction
Drought
Flowers
Insignificant
Showy
Flower Petal Number
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Single
Foliage Texture
Medium
Fine
Foliage Sheen
Matte
Glossy
Attracts
Birds, Deers, Squirrels
Birds
Allergy
Rhinitis, Sinuses
Skin irritation
Aesthetic Uses
Cottage Garden
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Beauty Benefits
Hair Conditioner, Making cosmetics, Reduce Bruises
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Environmental Uses
Air purification, Nesting sites for birds, Shadow Tree
Air purification
Medicinal Uses
Alzheimer’s Disease, Antidepressant, Anti-oxidant, Appetite enhancer, Cardiovascular problems, Detoxifies lever, Diabetes, Gallbladder Diseases, Gout, Strengthen gums, tuberculosis
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Part of Plant Used
Bark, Fruits
Whole plant
Other Uses
Air freshner, Application in Furniture, used for making charcoal, Used in making musical instruments, Used in paper industry
Used as Ornamental plant
Used As Indoor Plant
No
No
Used As Outdoor Plant
Yes
Yes
Garden Design
Fruit / Fruit Tree, Shade Trees
Dried Flower / Everlasting, Cutflower, Foundation, Mixed Border, Wildflower
Botanical Name
CARYA illinoinensis
CALAMAGROSTIS x acutiflora 'Overdam'
Common Name
Papershell Pecan, Pecan
Feather Reed Grass, Overdam Feather Reed Grass
In Hindi
पेकॉन
Overdam घास
In German
Pekannuss
Overdam Grass
In French
Pacanier
Overdam Herbe
In Spanish
Carya illinoinensis
Overdam Hierba
In Greek
Pecan
Overdam Grass
In Portuguese
Nogueira-pecã
Overdam Relva
In Polish
Orzesznik jadalny
Overdam Trawa
In Latin
Pecan
Overdam Trawa
Family
Juglandaceae
Poaceae
Genus
Carya Nutt.
Calamagrostis
Clade
Angiosperms, Eudicots, Rosids
Angiosperms, Commelinids, Monocots
Subfamily
Juglandoideae
Amaryllidoideae
Season and Care of Pecan and Overdam Grass
Season and care of Pecan and Overdam Grass is important to know. While considering everything about Pecan and Overdam Grass Care, growing season is an essential factor. Pecan season is Spring, Summer and Fall and Overdam Grass season is Spring, Summer and Fall. The type of soil for Pecan is Loam and for Overdam Grass is Clay, Loam, Sand while the PH of soil for Pecan is Acidic, Neutral and for Overdam Grass is Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline.
Pecan and Overdam Grass Physical Information
Pecan and Overdam Grass physical information is very important for comparison. Pecan height is 2,130.00 cm and width 1,220.00 cm whereas Overdam Grass height is 90.00 cm and width 60.00 cm. The color specification of Pecan and Overdam Grass are as follows:
Care of Pecan and Overdam Grass
Care of Pecan and Overdam Grass include pruning, fertilizers, watering etc. Pecan pruning is done Cut upper 1/3 section when young to enhancegrowth and Remove dead branches and Overdam Grass pruning is done Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches and Remove dead leaves. In summer Pecan needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water. Whereas, in summer Overdam Grass needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water.