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Bluejoint Grass Calamagrostis canadensis
Grass Gramineae family
Flower Delicate small flowers; purple, lead-colored, or green
Form Branches hug the stem after flowering. Branches in bunches, inflorescence tan, wispy, slightly fuzzy
Medium-size to tall: 1.5-5 ft.
Ecology Native. Perennial
Habitat: Not very distinctive by itself, but easily recognizable in a big patch, this grass is very common in nothern bogs and swamps, where it covers large areas. The dried flower stalks remain for a while after flowering and overtop the leaves.
NWI status: FACW+
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