Native To State: YES
Naturally Occurring: YES
Description
Appearance: Zizania palustris is an aquatic grass known for its tall, slender stems and long, narrow leaves.
Leaves: The leaves are long, narrow, and typically float on the water’s surface.
Flowers: The plant produces inconspicuous flowers on long, drooping stems.
Fruit: It bears edible, oblong grains that are a valuable food source for wildlife.
Habitat: It is commonly found in freshwater wetlands and marshes.
Distribution: Wild rice is native to North America and is an important cultural and ecological species.
Occurrence
In the back 40 pond