bur reed

any of a genus (Sparganium) of the bur-reed family, having grasslike leaves and hard, dry, prickly fruits

adjective

designating a family (Sparganiaceae, order Typhales) of monocotyledonous marsh or water plants

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noun

Any of various aquatic or wetland plants of the genus Sparganium, having elongated leaves and ball-like clusters of tiny beaked fruits.

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