Species PlantsBig Cordgrass

Big Cordgrass

Spartina cynosuroides

UncommonPlant
Illustration of Big Cordgrass (Spartina cynosuroides)

Big Cordgrass is a robust, tall grass known for its thick, cord-like stems and dense clumps. It is vital for coastal erosion control and provides habitat for wildlife in marshy areas.

Habitat
It is found in coastal marshes and along riverbanks.
Diet
Its dense foliage offers shelter and nesting sites for birds and small animals.
How common
Uncommon

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