Herbaceous, perennial shoreline grass. Birds eat seed and the rhizome is eaten by muskrat and geese. Shore erosion control
- Wetland Indicator Status: OBL (Obligate Wetland)
- Height Range: 4 – 7 ft.
- Water Tolerance: Midtide to MHW
- Light: Full sun
- Rate of Spread: Rapid
- Bloom color: Brown
- Drought tolerance: Low
- Bloom period: July-September
- Wildlife Value: Attracts wetland wildlife and birds
