Branching Bur-Reed

Sparganium androcladum

Physical Characteristics

Sparganium androcladum is a PERENNIAL growing to 1.2 m (4ft). It is in flower from June to August. The species is monoecious (individual flowers are either male or female, but both sexes can be found on the same plant) and is pollinated by Wind. It is noted for attracting wildlife. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers wet soil and can grow in water.

Distribution

Eastern N. America - Newfoundland to Minnesota, Florida and Louisiana.

Habitats

Pond; Bog Garden;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Root Stem Edible Uses: Root - cooked[106]. Stem base - cooked[106].

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known