Eco-restoration - It is planted for habitat creation, erosion control, and water purificarion.
Bangladesh, Bhutan, China, India, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan
Dry tropical biome.

Perennial herb.
Tall, erect, hollow, jointed, and woody at the base.
Long, linear, flat, with parallel venation and rough undersides.
A large, feathery panicle composed of numerous small, spikelets.
Small, light, and hairy caryopses (grains).
Flowering: April- November.