Typha angustifolia
Typha angustifolia
(narrow-leaved cattail)
Plants
Exotic

Impact ID8954
Impact TypeGenetic
Study TypeObservational
Study LocationField
Impact DescriptionPreviously, it was thought that the hybrid between Typha angustifolia and Typha latifolia was sterile and could only spread via growth of its rhizomes. However, it is now known that some Typha x glauca individuals can reproduce sexually.
Reference24996
Great Lakes RegionYes
Cost 
LocationPeterborough, Ontario

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