Schoenoplectus lacustris
(L. ) Palla
Great bulrush, Club-rush, Roundstem bulrush
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Summary
Source: WikipediaSchoenoplectus lacustris, the common club-rush, is a species of club-rush (genus Schoenoplectus) that grows in fresh water across Europe, much of Asia, and with a disjunct population in southern Africa.
Description
A sedge. These grow in clumps and have grass like leaves and solid stalks. It grows in large beds in swamps. It has a strong rhizome which creeps along the soil surface. The stems are erect and dark green. They can be 2.7 m high and 1.5 cm wide. The flower is a brown spikelet at the top of the stem.
Traditional Uses
The shoots are eaten raw or cooked. The pollen can be collected and mixed with meal to make bread. The seeds are ground into a meal and used for bread. The rhizomes are eaten or made into bread.
Distribution
It grows in temperate to tropical areas. It grows in ponds and slow moving water. It suits hardiness zones 4-11.
Where It Grows
Afghanistan, Asia, Australia, Britain, Canada, Central Asia, China, Europe, Georgia, India, Indochina, Iran, Japan, Laos, Luxembourg, Middle East, Myanmar, North America, Northeastern India, Pakistan, SE Asia, Slovenia, Tajikistan, Turkey, Türkiye, USA,
Other Information
Shoots are sold in local markets.
Synonyms
Also Known As
Jezerski biček, Kouna, Tule
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