Translation of "riet" into English

Die grassoort Arundo donax lewer die riet vir houtblaasinstrumente, soos die klarinet.

The grass species Arundo donax provides the reed for woodwind instruments, such as the clarinet.

Suikersap drup na ’n rukkie uit die afgekapte riet, en ’n soet, swaar reuk hang in die lug.

Sugar juice soon oozes from the severed cane, and a sweet, musty smell wafts through the air.