Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
domingensis
ID:
595578

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pers.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1807

Citation Micro:
Syn. Pl. 2: 532 (1807)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000594910



Common Names

  • Typha Domingensis
  • Domingensis Cattail
  • Southern Cattail


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Synonyms

  • Typha australis Schumach. & Thonn. [unknown]
  • Typha angustifolia domingensis (Pers.) Hemsl. [unknown]

Description

Typha domingensis (also called Domingo's Cattail, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows to a height of 1-3 m. It is native to Australia and is found in wetland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Typha domingensis is a popular ornamental plant used for landscaping and decoration. It is also used to treat digestive issues and as a diuretic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Typha domingensis is a white-green color and has a bell-shaped form. The seed is small and dark brown in color. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Typha domingensis is a perennial aquatic plant that is native to North America. It is a hardy plant that can tolerate a wide range of temperatures and water levels. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and moist soil. It can be grown in containers or in a pond.

Where to Find Typha domingensis

Typha domingensis is native to the Americas, from the United States south to Argentina. It is found in wetlands, marshes, and along the edges of rivers and lakes.

Typha domingensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Typha domingensis?

Typha domingensis

What is the common name of Typha domingensis?

Southern cattail

What is the natural habitat of Typha domingensis?

It is found in wetlands and shallow waters in North America, Europe, and Asia

Species in the Typha genus

Typha albida, Typha alekseevii, Typha angustifolia, Typha argoviensis, Typha azerbaijanensis, Typha bavarica, Typha capensis, Typha caspica, Typha changbaiensis, Typha davidiana, Typha domingensis, Typha elephantina, Typha gezei, Typha glauca, Typha grossheimii, Typha joannis, Typha kalatensis, Typha latifolia, Typha laxmannii, Typha lugdunensis, Typha minima, Typha orientalis, Typha provincialis, Typha przewalskii, Typha sistanica, Typha smirnovii, Typha subulata, Typha suwensis, Typha tichomirovii, Typha turcomanica, Typha tzvelevii, Typha valentinii, Typha varsobica, Typha austro-orientalis, Typha incana, Typha shuttleworthii, Typha linnaei, Typha soligorskiensis, Typha paludosa, Typha biarmica, Typha sinantropica, Typha volgensis, Typha ephemeroida, Typha krasnovae, Typha komarovii, Typha kamelinii, Typha kozlovii, Typha androssovii, Typha yakutii,

Species in the Typhaceae family

Sparganium americanum, Sparganium androcladum, Sparganium angustifolium, Sparganium confertum, Sparganium emersum, Sparganium erectum, Sparganium eurycarpum, Sparganium fallax, Sparganium fluctuans, Sparganium glomeratum, Sparganium gramineum, Sparganium hyperboreum, Sparganium japonicum, Sparganium kawakamii, Sparganium limosum, Sparganium longifolium, Sparganium natans, Sparganium oligocarpon, Sparganium probatovae, Sparganium rothertii, Sparganium speirocephalum, Sparganium splendens, Sparganium stoloniferum, Sparganium subglobosum, Sparganium yunnanense, Sparganium polyedrum, Typha albida, Typha alekseevii, Typha angustifolia, Typha argoviensis, Typha azerbaijanensis, Typha bavarica, Typha capensis, Typha caspica, Typha changbaiensis, Typha davidiana, Typha domingensis, Typha elephantina, Typha gezei, Typha glauca, Typha grossheimii, Typha joannis, Typha kalatensis, Typha latifolia, Typha laxmannii, Typha lugdunensis, Typha minima, Typha orientalis, Typha provincialis, Typha przewalskii,

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