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Common Reed Poaceae (Grass Family) A tall, thick-stemmed grass, growing to a height of 1.5 - 4.5 m. Description
Habitat Native to both Eurasia and North America; fresh and brackish marshes and ditches; more abundant along the coast. Notes The plume in full flower makes an attractive addition to dried bouquets. The hollow stem was woven into mats by Native Peoples; leaves were used for baskets and floor mats.
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