Brook Grass (Catabrosa aquatica) plant — close-up photo
Moderate to grow

Brook Grass

Catabrosa aquatica

Overview

Brook Grass (Catabrosa aquatica) is a flowering plant that is found in wet meadows, ditches, and shallow waterbodies. It usually grows in mats of clumps up to 24 inches tall, with each stem having three to seven lance-shaped and pointed leaves. The flowers of this plant are very small and purplish-green in color, and they are found in panicles that are up to 18 inches long. This plant is also unique as it produces hairy, globe-like fruits that are consumed by a variety of different animals, including birds. It is a great addition to any pond, as it helps increase biodiversity and provides food and shelter to birds and animals.

Care Guide

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Watering

Frequent

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Light

Sun.

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Pruning

Best pruned in February, March, April, March, April, May.

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Propagation

Division, Cutting, Seed Propagation, Layering Propagation, Planting Runners

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