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Sparganium eurycarpum
A tall grass-like emergent wetland plant (60–150 cm) with stiff iris-like leaves and distinctive spiky round flower/seed heads on branched stems — looking like small green mace balls. Forms dense colonies in pond margins and slow streams. Seeds are important waterfowl food.
Quick Facts
Distribution
Province-wide wetlands, Zone 2
Light
Full sun
Bloom Time
July–Aug
Soil
Wet mud; rooted in shallow water
Water
Saturated to shallow standing water
Pet Safe— Generally considered safe around pets.
Growing & Cultivation
Propagation
Rhizome division in spring (easy).
