Scirpus Validus, syn. Schoenoplectus tabernaemontani

Plant Details

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General Information

Scientific name: Scirpus Validus, syn. Schoenoplectus tabernaemontani
Also known as: Soft-Stem Bulrush
Images: Google Images

Plant Properties

Layer: Water
Format: Smal
Height: 1.50 m
Width: - m
Growth Rate: -
Leaf: -

Growth conditions

USDA Hardiness: 6-9
Soil Moisture:
Wet
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
pH:
Acid Neutral Basic
Light:
Half shade, Sun

Usage properties

Edible part:
Root, Seed, Leaves, Pollen
Edibility:
(2)
Medicinal:
(1)
Features:
Wickerwork

Description

The root of this plant can be eaten both raw and cooked and is a good source of starch. Especially the summer roots are sweet in flavor and are eaten raw. When young roots are boiled in water, they produce a sweet syrup. The rootstocks have a diameter of 3 to 10 mm. The young shoots can also be cooked. The crunchy base of the stems can be added raw to salads. The pollen of the plant is often used in soups or mixed with flour for bread making due to its high protein content. The seeds of the plant are usually ground into powder and can be used for baking bread. These seeds are small and difficult to harvest and use.

Harvest Data

Start Harvest: 01/07
End of Harvest: 30/09

Guilds

Guild Information

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Guild Details

Guild Description
Onobrychis viciifolia
Sainfoin 		Rhamnus frangula provides shade and habitat structure which can help protect Scirpus Validus from harsh sunlight and drying conditions, while its root system can prevent erosion and help in water retention.
Typha angustifolia
Small Reed Mace 		Typha angustifolia grows in similar waterlogged conditions, providing a complementary habitat that can help attract beneficial insects and enhance biodiversity around Scirpus Validus.
Ziziphus jujuba
Jujube 		Ziziphus jujuba provides potential food sources for wildlife and its roots can help stabilize the soil around Scirpus Validus, contributing to a healthier ecosystem.
Elaeagnus umbellata
Autumn olive 		Lobularia maritima attracts pollinators, which can enhance the reproductive success of nearby plants, including Scirpus Validus, and help maintain a balanced ecosystem.
Salix alba
Willow 		Salix alba can provide additional shade and moisture retention in the ecosystem, which is beneficial for Scirpus Validus growing in wetland areas.