Propagation
Divide established clumps (rhizome) during spring with 3 to 4 canes planted in a sandy medium and placed in a humid position to establish then plant out or plant in situ in warm climates.

Botanic information
Leaf: The abundant large dark green lanceolate leaves are up to 70mm (2⅔ in) wide and are heavy, drooping downwards.

Flower: The spikelets are not normally seen.

Fruit: The small seed is not normally seen and the plant is reproduced vegetatively.