Native Plant Trust

Typha latifolia

broad leaf cattail

Broadleaf cattail, otherwise known as bulrush, is a common emergent plant found growing in rich loams and mucky wetlands and ponds. We recommend planting this aggressive colonist in submerged containers to prevent it from expanding excessively.

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Height: 3-8 ft
Spread: 3-4 ft
Hardiness Zone: 2-10


Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
Species
Exposure
Sun
Part Shade
Soil Moisture
Wet
Ecoregion
(83) Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands
(59) Northeastern Coastal Zone
(84) Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens
(82) Acadian Plains and Hills
(58) Northeastern Highlands
Attracts Wildlife
Attracts Songbirds
Other Pollinators/Wildlife
Host Plant
Tolerance
Salt Tolerant
Additional Attributes
Edible
Low Maintenance
Landscape Use
Groundcover
Naturalize
Massing
Growth Habit
Spreading/Suckering


North American Distribution


broad leaf cattail - Typha latifolia from Native Plant Trust