Broadleaf cattail

Typha latifolia

"Typha latifolia" is a perennial herbaceous plant in the genus "Typha". It is found as a native plant species in North and South America, Europe, Eurasia, and Africa. In Canada, broadleaf cattail occurs in all provinces and the Northwest Territories, and in the United States, it is native to all states except Hawaii.
Greater Reedmace At the RSPB (Royal Society for the Protection of Birds) nature reserve, within the reedbeds. Greater Reedmace,Leighton Moss,Typha latifolia

Appearance

The plant is 1.5 to 3 metres high and it has 2-4cm broad leaves, and will generally grow out in to 0.75 to 1 metre of water depth.
Broadleaf Cattail macro, Netherlands Broadleaf cattail,Europe,Geotagged,Heesch,Netherlands,Summer,Typha latifolia,World

Naming

"T. latifolia" is called totora, espadaña común, tule espidilla, or piriope in Spanish; roseau des étangs in French; tifa or mazzasorda in Italian, and tabua-larga in Portuguese.
Broadleaf cattail - Typha latifolia Korbeek-Dijle (Belgium). Belgium,Broadleaf cattail,Geotagged,Spring,Typha latifolia

Distribution

"T. latifolia" shares its range with other related species, and hybridizes with "Typha angustifolia", narrow-leaf cattail, to form "Typha × glauca", white cattail. Common cattail is usually found in shallower water than narrow-leaf cattail.
Broadleaf Cattail - Typha latifolia Cattails have long, sword-like leaves that grow directly out of the rhizomes. The flowers grow from a central stalk with the male and female parts separate at the top of the stalk. The male part at the top pollinates the female part below it, after which the female part produces thousands of fluffy seeds (which look like a hot dog). the pollen-bearing male part falls away once the pollen is spent. The old seed heads (female part) often overwinter, persisting until new flower heads grow. Habitat: Pond's edge Broadleaf cattail,Geotagged,Spring,Typha latifolia,United States,cattail,supermarket of the swamp,typha

Status

It is an introduced and invasive species, and considered a noxious weed, in Australia and Hawaii. It is not native but has been reported in Indonesia, Malaysia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, and the Philippines.
Broadleaf Cattail - Typha latifolia Cattails have long, sword-like leaves that grow directly out of the rhizomes. The flowers grow from a central stalk with the male and female parts separate at the top of the stalk. The male part at the top pollinates the female part below it, after which the female part produces thousands of fluffy seeds (which look like a hot dog). the pollen-bearing male part falls away once the pollen is spent. The old seed heads (female part) often overwinter, persisting until new flower heads grow. Cattails are called the "supermarket of the swamps" because of all their edible parts...The rhizomes can be collected any time of the year. The tender shoots of early spring leaves can be harvested in early spring, followed by the immature flower stalks in late spring. The pollen can be collected in early summer once the male part is mature. In addition to this plant being a food source, it has other uses as well. The dry seed heads can be used as a fire starter and the leaves are great for weaving. Habitat: Pond edge https://www.jungledragon.com/image/122643/broadleaf_cattail_-_typha_latifolia.html Broadleaf cattail,Fall,Geotagged,Typha,Typha latifolia,United States,bulrush,cat-o'-nine-tails,cattail,common bulrush,common cattail,cooper's reed,cumbungi,great reedmace,supermarket of the swamp

Habitat

"T. latifolia" has been found in a variety of climates, including tropical, subtropical, southern and northern temperate, humid coastal, and dry continental. It is found at elevations from sea level to 7,500 feet.

"T. latifolia" is an "obligate wetland" species, meaning that it is always found in or near water. The species generally grows in flooded areas where the water depth does not exceed 2.6 feet. However, it has also been reported growing in floating mats in slightly deeper water. "T. latifolia" grows mostly in fresh water but also occurs in slightly brackish marshes. The species can displace other species native to salt marshes upon reduction in salinity. Under such conditions the plant may be considered invasive, since it interferes with preservation of the salt marsh habitat.
Letting Go A common cattail starts to lose its seeds on a cold January morning in central Wisconsin. Geotagged,Typha latifolia,United States,Wisconsin

Uses

Traditionally, "Typha latifolia" has been a part of many native North American cultures, as a source of food, medicine, and for other uses. The rhizomes are edible after cooking and removing the skin, while peeled stems and leaf bases can be eaten raw, or cooked. Young flower spikes are edible as well. Some cultures make use of the roots of "T. latifolia" as a poultice for boils, burns, or wounds. The Hopi Kachinas give the plant to children with toys attached, such as bows and dolls during the Home Dance.

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Taxonomy
KingdomPlantae
DivisionAngiosperms
ClassMonocots
OrderPoales
FamilyTyphaceae
GenusTypha
Species
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