Typha latifolia L.

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Plant Details

Scientific Name: Typha latifolia L.
Family Name: Typhaceae Juss. - Cat-tail family
Common Name: broadleaf cattail
Symbol: TYLA
Group: Monocot
Rank: Species
Date Modified: Feb. 7, 2026, 4:11 a.m.

Duration

  • Perennial

Growth Habits

  • Forb/herb

Synonyms

Wetland Ratings

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