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Rubanier d'Amérique - Sparganium americanum
Rubanier d'Amérique - Sparganium americanum
Rubanier d'Amérique - Sparganium americanum
Rubanier d'Amérique - Sparganium americanum
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Seeds - American Burreed

Sparganium americanum

Minimum 100 semences par enveloppe

$4.25
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Année de récolte: 2023


Catégories: bandes riveraines, indigène, résiste aux cerfs, vivace,

Aire de répartition indigène: ON, QC, NB, PE, NS, NL,

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For successful seedlings,
see the growing notes at the bottom of the page!

American burreed (Sparganium americanum) is a native aquatic plant of Quebec, perfect for wetlands such as lake shores, shallow ponds, and muddy areas. This hardy perennial quickly forms dense colonies that help stabilize soils and prevent erosion in wetland environments. In the height of summer, it produces bright lime-green, spiky globular fruits, adding a unique visual touch to these settings.

Ecological Roles
American burreed plays an important ecological role. Its seeds, produced at the end of summer, provide a valuable food source for waterfowl, while various mammals feed on its vegetative parts. This plant also contributes to water purification by removing excess nitrogen and phosphorus from agricultural runoff, making it an essential choice for conservation projects in wetland areas. By forming dense stands, it stabilizes muddy soils, helping to protect shorelines and support local aquatic biodiversity.

 

American burreed seeds require cold stratification to ensure germination. See the cultivation notes below for more details.

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Growing Notes | Seeds - American Burreed

American burreed seeds require a double cold stratification to germinate.

For natural stratification, sow seeds in late fall, pressing them onto the soil surface and covering them with a thin layer of soil. Note that germination may take up to two winters after sowing.

To speed up the process, simulate cold stratification by mixing seeds with a moist substrate (vermiculite, perlite, or sand) and placing them in a plastic bag in the refrigerator for 60 days. Afterward, remove the bag from the refrigerator and keep it at room temperature for 30 days, then place the seeds back in the refrigerator for a second cold stratification period of 60 days.

Sow seeds 1–2 mm deep in continuously wet or muddy soil. The water level can be increased as the plant develops. American burreed thrives along water edges or in water up to 12 inches deep. Over time, it will spread via rhizomes and self-seeding.

Seeds per packet: 100

Family: Typhaceae

Scientific name: Sparganium americanum

Life cycle: Perennial

Hardiness zone: 3

Soil type: Silty to clayey

Soil moisture level: Wet to soggy

Soil - additional attributes:

Light: Sun, partial shade

Blooming: June to August

Spacing: 20 cm

Height: 90 cm

Deer resistance: High

Stratification: 2 x 60 days

Scarification: No

Germination time: 20 to 30 days

Sowing depth: 1 mm