Tall marsh plant with cylindrical seed heads that explode when mature shedding large quantities of down; its long flat leaves are used for making mats and chair seats; of North America, Europe, Asia and North Africa. Synonyms:bulrush, cat's-tail, nailrod, reed mace, reedmace, Typha latifolia.
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Tall rush with soft erect or arching stems found in Eurasia, Australia, New Zealand, and common in North America. Synonyms:bulrush, common rush, Juncus effusus, soft rush.
