Madison, Wisconsin: Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
Summary
A possible phenological and physiological basis for control has been suggested for use in cattail management work in wisconsin. Cattail is a very important and natural part of most wetlands. It can provide desirable cover and nesting sites for waterfowl and other wildlife if it is properly interspersed with other plant species and open water. However, because of its abiltity to spread and dominate other plants, it can under favorable conditions completely close desirable semi-open habitat with solid cover.