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Typha

bulrush

Other common names
bullrush
cumbungi
see morereedmace
cat tail
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Botanical details
Family
Typhaceae
Native to GB / Ireland
No
Genus

Typha

Genus description

Typha are deciduous, rhizomatous perennials from marginal aquatic habitats, with long strap-shaped leaves and characteristic dark brown, cylindrical flower spikes in summer

Name status

Correct

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