Phragmites australis

Phragmites australis common reed

Plant grows in the wild/spontaneouslyPlant is invasive in PA

Grows in marshes, ditches, and moist disturbed ground.

Present throughout the state.

Wetland codes
EMP: FACW
NCNE: FACW



Flowers late July to September.

Phragmites australis common reed

Plant grows in the wild/spontaneouslyPlant is invasive in PA
Phragmites australis gallery
Common Names
common reed