Did you know that the bulrush plant belongs to the sedge family and are often seen in Hawaii's wetlands?

There are many varieties of bulrush plants (Scirpus species). Bulrushes are tall leafless stems growing straight out of the water in large colonies. At the top of each bulrush stem there are clusters of seeds called spikelets. The color of these spikelets are rusty brown and can range from 2 to 15 millimeters in size.
	The most common bulrush found in Hawaii is the "great bulrush" (Scirpus lacustris). This naturalized plant grows to the height of 1.5 to 2 meters. They grow in fresh water marsh areas and are also found in brackish water. The seeds of the bulrush plant are eaten by all types of animals including birds, ducks, and fish.