Weedscan Weed Profiles

WeedScan is a free community weed identification, alert, recording and communication system that supports cooperative weeds action Australia-wide. The weed profiles are being improved, please send feedback to weeds@invasives.com.au

View the Project on GitHub Centre-for-Invasive-Species-Solutions/demo_json_api

Poaceae

Phragmites australis

Common Names: Common reed

Plant Form: Tall perennial semi-aquatic grass. Size: Up to 6 m tall.

Leaves and flowers
Grows on river banks
Dies back in winter
Often fills swamps