Typha latifolia |
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![]() | Plant type: semi-herbaceous rush Hardiness zones: 9-13 Sunlight: hot overhead sun Soil Moisture: aquatic Soil: enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline Tolerances: moderate wind, light frost |
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Origins: Europe-W Russia, Russia, UK, North Africa, Tropical Africa, SW Asia-Middle East, India-Subcontinent, Himalayas, China-Korea-Taiwan, Japan, North America, USA, Mexico, South America Other Botanical Names: Other Common Names: Cumbungi, Broad Leaf Cat Tail, Candlestick, Cat O' Nine Tails, Soft Flag, Water Torch, Great Reed Mace | ||||||||
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