Researchers map spread of invasive reed in Great Lakes basin
Thursday, September 2, 2010 - 15:35
in Earth & Climate
Phragmites australis is an uncommon term for an increasingly common sight in the wetlands and along the beaches of the Great Lakes. It`s the scientific name for the common reed, a fast-growing perennial wetland grass. An immigrant from Europe, it`s an exotic species that has a reputation for taking over any wetland real estate it visits.