Typha is a group of deciduous, rhizomatous perennials commonly found in wetland areas. These plants feature elongated, strap-like leaves and produce distinct, cylindrical flower spikes that are dark brown, appearing during the summer months.

Typha

Typha angustifolia is a deciduous perennial that develops a broad colony of elongated, arching leaves. In summer, it produces upright stems topped with cylindrical flower spikes that are brown in color.

Typha angustifolia

This hardy and vigorous deciduous perennial produces a dense clump of elongated, arching green leaves that become marked with creamy variegation over time. In summer, upright stems showcase cylindrical brown flower spikes.

Typha angustifolia 'Zebratails'

Typha latifolia is a vigorous, spreading perennial that sheds its leaves in winter. It features long, narrow green foliage and can grow upright to heights exceeding 2 meters. The plant produces distinctive brown flower spikes resembling bulrushes.

Typha latifolia

Typha latifolia 'Variegata' (v)

Typha laxmannii is a hardy, deciduous perennial characterized by its elongated, narrow grey-green foliage. This plant typically reaches heights of up to 1.5 meters and produces upright flower spikes that start as greenish-yellow in summer before maturing to brown. In certain garden settings, it may become overly vigorous and require management.

Typha laxmannii

Typha lugdunensis

Typha minima is a slender aquatic perennial featuring narrow, grass-like foliage that measures between 20 and 75 cm in length. During mid to late summer, it produces dark brown flowers arranged in cylindrical spikes, which range from 1.5 to 5 cm long, atop upright stems.