Chiba University Matsudo/Kashiwa Campus Plant Database

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Details of genus: Sparganium [2688]

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genus_en: Burr reed

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Family: Typhaceae

family_ja: ガマ

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description_en: Genus of 21 species of deciduous or semi-evergreen, rhizomatous, marginal aquatic perennials, widely distributed in temperate regions worldwide, where they form vigorous stands of lush growth at the edges of lakes and rivers. Strong rhizomes support erect, linear, deep green, sometimes brown-green leaves, and produce spikes or racemes of inconspicuous, spherical, male and female flowerheads, followed by fleshy, burr-like fruits. Best grown in the shallows of a large wildlife pool.

hardiness_en: Fully hardy.

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propagation_en: Sow seed at 15°C (59°F) as soon as ripe. Divide in spring.

pests_en: Trouble free.

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Update Information: Created: 2010-06-04 18:58; Updated: 2020-07-05 11:42

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SystemAccepted?Scientific nameJapanese nameInfra-familial classification# species
APG4 Typhaceae ガマ科 Show
PB2 Typhaceae ガマ科 Show
PB3 Typhaceae ガマ科 Show

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