Typha latifolia “Common Cattail

Cattails are fairly common in bogs or ponds, and are native to North American wetlands. They have long, slender leaves that sprout a spike of dense brown material that is actually the flower. They can range anywhere from three to six feet tall or more out in the wild, and are ideal for providing a habitat for natural wildlife. They can be invasive and may spread if not contained by liner or deep water.