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Wool grass, Cottongrass Bulrush
Scirpus cyperinus

Family: Cyperaceae


What it is like

A sedge. These grow in clumps and have grass like leaves and solid stalks. It is a tall rush. It grows 2 m high. It has large fluffy brown heads.


Where it is found

It grows in moist and boggy soils.

Countries/locations it is found in

Canada, North America, USA


How it is used for food

Edible parts

Seeds


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Eriophorum cyperinum L.;