Schoenoplectus tabernaemontani (Soft Stem Bullrush)

Soft Stem Bulrush: Soft stem bulrush is a water loving native that thrives in many wetland areas and stream banks. Their attractive green fronds grow long, straight, and primarily upright that end in brownish seed heads that droop. They propagate through seed distribution and rhizomatic action. Their fronds are hollow, soft, and spongy making them excellent weaving material. 

Height: 1′ – 10′ 
Width: 2′ – 4′
Sun: Full to Part Sun
Soil: Wet poor draining silty soil
Portland Plant List: No

Ecosystem Benefits: This species is a caterpillar host plant providing habitat for a large assortment of insects and mammals that feed on them. Their fibrous roots are great for erosion control along streambanks and lake edges.