Scirpus californicus
California Bulrush.
Typical is a clump 10 ft. wide X 100 yds. length, in marshy areas, with Ptoentilla egedii, Salix lasiolepis, Polygonum amphibium var. emersum, Pennisetum clandestinum. Stems triangular, at least above, grows in shallow water, seeds, roots, and stems important food for mammals and birds that frequent these areas. well-developed infl. bract 1, thick, +- stem-like, infl. panicle-like, not head-like, perianth bristles on fr. thick, flat, fringed w/ soft hairs.
Scirpus californicus tolerates no drainage and seasonal flooding.
Foliage of Scirpus californicus is na.
Flower of Scirpus californicus has color na.
Communities for Scirpus californicus:Freshwater Marsh and Riparian (rivers & creeks).
| ph: | 5.00 to 9.00 |
|---|---|
| usda: | 6 to 10 |
| height[m]: | 1.00 to 2.00 |
| width[m]: | 1.00 to 2.00 |
| rainfall[cm]: | 120.00 to 2000.00 |
