薍 (wàn) - Reed-like plant & refers to the Miscanthus reed species, particularly Miscanthus

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薍 · wàn

Reed-like plant;

refers to the Miscanthus reed species, particularly Miscanthus sacchariflorus, used for thatching and weaving.

Reed-like plantrefers to the Miscanthus reed species, particularly Miscanthus

Usage highlights

miscanthus reedthatched with miscanthusmiscanthus fieldmiscanthus weavingmiscanthus stalkmiscanthus leaf

Synonyms

  • 芒— Miscanthus sinensis, similar reed plant
  • 荻— Amur silvergrass, another reed species

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The roof was thatched with miscanthus reeds (薍草屋顶).
  • We saw miscanthus growing along the riverbank (河边的薍).
  • Traditional crafts use miscanthus for weaving (用薍编织).

Collocations

  • miscanthus reed(薍草)
  • thatched with miscanthus(薍葺)
  • miscanthus field(薍田)
  • miscanthus weaving(薍编)
  • miscanthus stalk(薍茎)
  • miscanthus leaf(薍叶)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Miscanthus reeds have been used in East Asia for thatching roofs and making various woven items.
  • The plant grows in wetlands and along riverbanks, making it accessible for traditional construction.

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