Uses of Phragmites australis.

Abstract

Phragmites australis (communis) is one of the most widely distributed of the Angiosperme. This can be attributed to its adaptability and to the fact that it can propagate both vegetatively and by means of seed. It is because of these propagation properties that it is so useful for soil conservation and for the stabilisation of sediment, gully banks and channels. Of particular value is its ability to withstand inundation, washing out and sediment deposition. It is normally grown in relatively moist soils where in addition to the role it plays in soil conservation, it produces large quantities of palatable grazing for cattle.

Keywords: angiosperms; botany; distribution; phragmites australis; propagation; sediment deposition; soil conservation; uses