Bur-reeds (Sparganium)

Bur-reeds

The bur-reeds are a genus of aquatic plants that can be found in ponds, streams, and marshes. A very old genus, the bur-reeds were first mentioned in 1562. It is wide spread throughout the Northern and Southern hemispheres. There is great variation in the species which may be identified by their fruits. It flowers only occasionally through summer and fall.

Scientific classification

Genus

Bur-reeds (Sparganium)

Family

Cattail

Order

Grasses, sedges and allies

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Perennial

Lifespan

White, Yellow, Green

Flower Color

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Species

Common bur-reed American bur-reed European bur-reed Broadfruit bur-reed Narrowleaf bur-reed Northern bur-reed Branching bur-reed Least bur-reed

Care Guide for Bur-reeds

Twice per week

Water

Water: Bur-reeds prefers high moisture levels and should be watered weekly. Often cultivated in outdoor water gardens, it thrives in standing water and adapts well to fluctuating water levels, making it a resilient choice for pond ecosystems.

Propagation: Bur-reeds is propagated through seed sowing, division, or cuttings. Successful propagation requires full to partial sun, moist soil, and moderate temperatures. Division is preferable, performed by carefully digging, separating, replanting, and watering promptly to ensure establishment.

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