Schoenoplectus californicus
california bulrush
Family
Cyperaceae
Leaf Arrangement
alternate
Leaf Margin
entire
Leaf Type
simple
Leaf Shape
linear
Growth Form
graminoid, emergent aquatic, aquatic
Height (meters)
1.0 - 4.0
Milky Sap
No
Armed/Unarmed
Unarmed
Origin
native
Lifespan
perennial
Wetland Class
OBL
Wetland Coefficient of Conservatism
7
Field Characters
Triangular stem. Rounded edges. Over 3' tall (up to 15'). Base pale green. Stem with air holes. Florets with hairs.
Habitat
Brackish to fresh marshes, shores, often emergent in water.