Glyceria elata (Fowl Mannagrass)

Plant Description: A tall, perennial wet grass with soft blades that stay upright. Blooms during cooler times of year. Clumping.

Height: 2-5 ft

Light requirements: Full sun-Part Shade

Water Needs: High moisture

Soil Needs: Sandy, loamy

Portland Plant List (PPL): Yes

Ecological Function: This species thrives in streams, ponds, and marshes. It helps to clear and clean water, stabilizes stream banks, provides food to foraging fowl, and offers some shade to fish and wildlife. 

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