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| The narrow leafed cattails (Typha
angustata) are often referred to as clubrushes. The cattails are found
growing bunched together in and near freshwater and brackish marshes.
They are perennial herbs, and are invasive (tending to spread) plants.
The cattail's roots are edible and are eaten by humans and ducks. An
average cattail and its leaves can grow up to nine feet tall. The
cattail's buoyant leaves are used for twine for small toys. They have
long stems and round tops and when mature, they usually have a spike
growing out the top.
The sedge also has flowers. They are yellow, purple, or green in color. Some countries make sedge into mats, hats, chair cushions, and baskets. All these products of the sedge grass are made by weaving it tightly together. The sedge family can be found in fresh and saltwater habitats throughout the United States. |