Pucao generally refers to water candle. Typha angustifolia is a perennial aquatic or swamp herb of Typha. Rhizomes are milky yellow; The aboveground stems are stout; The upper part of the leaf blade is flat, and the leaf sheath holds the stem; Male inflorescence axis brown villous, female flowers are usually wider than leaves; Anthers are long and round, with single pollen and dark brown seeds. The flowering and fruiting period is from June to September. Common in lakes, rivers and ponds.

1. The definition of cattail.

Typha refers to plants that grow near the water and belong to Gramineae. Typha latifolia stems are thick, mostly cylindrical, and the height is generally between 1-3 meters. The leaves of Typha latifolia are linear or banded, usually concentrated at the top of the stem. Pucao has a well-developed root system, which can take root in moist soil and absorb water and nutrients.

2. Characteristics of Typha latifolia

Pucao has some obvious characteristics. First of all, cattail grass likes to grow in lakes, rivers and ponds, and has high adaptability to humid environment. Secondly, the stem of Typha latifolia is relatively thick, which can withstand certain water impact and wind force. In addition, the leaves of cattail grass are slender and soft, which can swing with the water flow to reduce the impact of the water flow. Typha also has a certain ability to resist wind and sand, which can prevent soil erosion in waters.

3. The application of cattail grass

Pucao has a wide range of application values. First of all, cattail can be used for soil and water conservation. Because cattail root system is developed, it can firmly fix soil and prevent soil erosion. Secondly, cattail can be used as a plant for ecological restoration. In the pollution control of lakes and rivers, cattail can absorb nutrients and pollutants in water and play a role in purifying water quality. In addition, Pucao can also be used to weave daily necessities such as hemp fibers and mats, and to make works of art such as reed flutes and bamboo slips.

4. Related words

Besides cattail, there are some related words. First of all, reed is synonymous with cattail, and it also refers to Gramineae plants that grow by the water. Secondly, aloe is another kind of plant. Although it has "grass" in its name, it has nothing to do with cattail. Aloe vera is a succulent plant, which is often used for medicine and beauty. In addition, there are some idioms and proverbs related to Pucao, such as "Jian Peijun is pale, white buildings are frost" and "Jian Peijun He Jiegen", which are all related to the image and characteristics of Pucao.