Large-Fruited Bur-reed

This super cool plant can be found in the shallow waters of the Ottawa River.

Large-Fruited Bur-reed
(also known as giant bur-reed and broadfruit bur-reed)

Scientific Name: Sparganium eurycarpum

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Size: This plant grows up to 1.2 meters tall.

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Habitat: The large-fruited bureed is an aquatic plant found in shallow water. It is originally from Newfoundland, British Columbia, California, Kansas and Ohio.

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Native: Native to North America and Eurasia

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Status: This plant is currently stable.

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Fun Fact: The large-fruited bureed is excellent food for the river, feeding animals such as the muskrat.