Family: Typhaceae
Author: Lepech.
Bibliography: Nova Acta Acad. Sci. Imp. Petrop. Hist. Acad. 12: 84 (1801)
Year: 1801
Status: accepted
Rank: species
Genus: Typha
Vegetable: False
Observations: SE. Europe to Japan
Description
Graceful cattail, known scientifically as Typha laxmannii, is a distinctive species belonging to the Typhaceae family. This remarkable plant was first described in the early 19th century by the botanist Lepechin in his work published in “Nova Acta Academiae Scientiarum Imperialis Petropolitanae Historica Academiae,” volume 12, on page 84 in the year 1801. Spanning across a vast geographic range, the graceful cattail can be found from Southeastern Europe all the way to Japan, showcasing its adaptability to different environments within this extensive region.
Typha laxmannii is recognized for its slender and elegant form, which differentiates it from other species within the genus Typha. Its narrow leaves and delicate flower spikes contribute to its nickname, “graceful.” These physical characteristics make it a notable subject for both botanical studies and natural landscapes.
Typically thriving in wetlands, marshes, and along the edges of water bodies, Typha laxmannii plays a crucial ecological role. It helps stabilize soil with its extensive root system, which can reduce erosion and promote water quality by filtering pollutants. This plant’s dense stands provide habitat and shelter for various aquatic wildlife, contributing to the biodiversity of wetland ecosystems.
Apart from its ecological importance, the graceful cattail has been utilized in various traditional practices. Indigenous cultures have used parts of the plant for making mats, baskets, and even as a food source in some cases. The young shoots and rhizomes are particularly noted for their edibility.
In summary, Typha laxmannii, or the graceful cattail, is an integral species within the Typhaceae family. Its wide distribution from Southeastern Europe to Japan, ecological significance, and various practical uses underline its importance within the botanical and environmental landscape.
Common Names
Deu: laxmann-rohrkolben, laxmanns rohrkolben
Eng: laxman’s bulrush
Fra: massette de laxmann
Swe: kanelkaveldun
Hun: olasz gyékény
En: Graceful cattail, Laxman’s bulrush
Bg: Лаксманов папур
Zh: 无苞香蒲
Cs: Orobinec sítinovitý
Fr: Massette de Laxmann
De: Laxmanns Rohrkolben, Laxmann-Rohrkolben
Hu: Olasz gyékény
It: Lisca di Laxmann
Fa: لوئی برگباریک
Ru: Рогоз Лаксмана
Sv: Kanelkaveldun
Tk: Laksmanyň ýekeni
Synonyms
- Typha balansae (Reut. ex Rohrb.)
- Typha juncea (Steven ex Rohrb.)
- Typha media (Barbieri ex Rohrb.)
- Typha minor ((L.) Sm.)
- Typha juncifolia (Čelak.)
- Typha minima var. nana ((Avé-Lall.) Nyman)
- Typha angustifolia var. minor (L.)
- Typha stenophylla (Fisch. & C.A.Mey.)
- Typha nana (Avé-Lall.)
- Typha latifolia subsp. laxmanii ((Lepech.) Douin)
- Typha laxmannii var. bungei (Krasnova)
- Typha zerovii (Klokov f. & Krasnova)
- Typha veresczaginii (Krylov & Schischk.)
- Typha laxmannii var. planifolia (Kronf.)
- Typha bungeana (C.Presl)
- Typha minima (Hoffm.)
- Typha elliptica (C.C.Gmel.)
- Typha minuta (Schrenk ex Rohrb.)
- Typha laxmannii var. mongolica (Kronf.)
- Typha laxmannii var. turczaninovii (Krasnova)
- Typha caucasica (Lehm. ex Rohrb.)
- Typha minima f. nana ((Avé-Lall.) Bolzon)
- Typha poitiaei (Poit. ex Rohrb.)
- Typha minima subsp. laxmannii ((Lepech.) Nyman)
- Typha minima subsp. laxmanii ((Lepech.) Nyman)
Distribution
- Afghanistan (native)
- Albania (native)
- Altay (native)
- Amur (native)
- Bulgaria (native)
- Buryatiya (native)
- China North-Central (native)
- China South-Central (native)
- China Southeast (native)
- Chita (native)
- East European Russia (native)
- Greece (native)
- Inner Mongolia (native)
- Iran (native)
- Irkutsk (native)
- Japan (native)
- Kazakhstan (native)
- Khabarovsk (native)
- Kirgizstan (native)
- Korea (native)
- Krasnoyarsk (native)
- Manchuria (native)
- Mongolia (native)
- North Caucasus (native)
- Northwest European R (native)
- Pakistan (native)
- Primorye (native)
- Qinghai (native)
- Romania (native)
- Sakhalin (native)
- South European Russi (native)
- Tadzhikistan (native)
- Transcaucasus (native)
- Turkey (native)
- Turkmenistan (native)
- Tuva (native)
- Ukraine (native)
- Uzbekistan (native)
- West Himalaya (native)
- West Siberia (native)
- Xinjiang (native)
- Yakutskiya (native)
- Czechoslovakia (introduced)
- France (introduced)
- Germany (introduced)
- Great Britain (introduced)
- Hungary (introduced)
- Italy (introduced)
- Poland (introduced)
Additional Images
Fruit
Taken Jul 22, 2022 by #MaryKingfishers MK (cc-by-sa)
Taken Sep 7, 2022 by Kai Best (cc-by-sa)
Taken Aug 9, 2020 by Andrzej Konstantynowicz (cc-by-sa)
Taken Aug 30, 2022 by zh jero (cc-by-sa)
Taken Sep 14, 2022 by quinodoz philippe (cc-by-sa)
Habit
Taken Sep 7, 2022 by Kai Best (cc-by-sa)
Taken Aug 9, 2020 by Andrzej Konstantynowicz (cc-by-sa)
Flower
Taken Aug 21, 2022 by Patrick FAYOLLE (cc-by-sa)
Taken Sep 23, 2020 by Alexander Alexander (cc-by-sa)
Leaf
Taken Aug 21, 2022 by Patrick FAYOLLE (cc-by-sa)
Other
Taken Jan 1, 1970 by Photoflora – L’Abbé COSTE (©)
© copyright of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.
Sources
- WFO (No URL)
- IPNI (No URL)
- GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/5289503)
- POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:836872-1)
- PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Typha laxmannii Lepech.)
Specifications
Growth
Ph maximum: 7.5
Ph minimum: 7.0
Light: 8
Atmospheric humidity: 8
Bloom months: [‘jul’, ‘aug’, ‘sep’]
Soil nutriments: 7
Soil salinity: 2