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Tule

Typha Domingensis

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Overview

The Tule, or Typha domingensis, is a robust perennial marsh plant reaching heights of 4 to 6 feet. Sturdy upright stalks topped with cylindrical brown flower spikes characterize this wetland native. It thrives in full sun and can tolerate water depths up to 1 foot, making it ideal for water features and riparian zones. Its dense growth provides habitat for wildlife and effective erosion control. Zone 7-11 hardiness ensures broad applicability.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater Extra in Summer, HighZones 8–10Type Aquatic, PerennialClimate Subtropical, Temperate
Tule (Typha Domingensis) — This robust perennial stands tall, with stalks typically reaching 5 to 9 feet in height

Culture

Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Extra in Summer, High
USDA zones
8–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Aquatic, Perennial
Family
Typhaceae
Climate
Subtropical, Temperate

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Tule (Typha Domingensis) — aquatic / perennial for full or half or shade
Tule (Typha Domingensis) — often referred to as Southern Cattail; white flowers in the garden, image 55
Tule (Typha Domingensis) — The Tule, or Typha domingensis, is a robust perennial marsh plant reaching heights of 4 to 6 feet; making it ideal for, image 49
Tule (Typha Domingensis) — Its dense growth provides habitat for wildlife and effective erosion control; is an emergent aquatic plant that thrives, image 53
Tule (Typha Domingensis) — their dense root systems excel at filtering water; which disperse in the wind during fall.<br><br>Tules are versatile in landscape
Tule (Typha Domingensis) — sausage-like female flower spikes are especially notable for their fluffy
Tule (Typha Domingensis) — is an emergent aquatic plant that thrives in marshes
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