A species of flowering plant in the sedge family known by the common names bog bulrush, rough seed bulrush, and ricefield bulrush
Grows in stationary and slow running fresh water along creeks, rivers, dams and lagoons
It is a perennial herb growing from a short, hard rhizome
It makes a great specimen plant and has a lot of ornamental appeal
Height 1 metre width 500mm to 600mm
A clump forming macrophyte with lime/green triangular foliage It flowers over summer with a cluster of seed heads near the top of the rush
Grows in full sun to 70 shade In shade it tends to grow taller and more open
Good food source for wildlife Can be submerged in water to 10cm
Bush food: Edible parts: leaves; pollen; root; seed; stem
Root raw or cooked Rich in starch, it can be dried and ground into a powder or made into a syrup
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