Eriophorum vaginatum Linnaeus, Tussock cottongrass
Eriophorum vaginatum is common in the northwestern portion of Renfrew County, found in bogs. It differs from the other members of the Eriophorum genus with its tussock forming habit (Figure 3) and early blooming (late May to early June).
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Figure 1. Achenes, perianth bristles and scales.
Figure 2. Inflorescence.
Figure 3. Tussock habit.
Figure 4. Bladeless leaf sheath.
Figure 5. Habitat.
Figure 6. Inflorescence.
Figure 7. Inflorescences.
Figure 8. Occurence map for Renfrew County and surrounding area.
| Accession # | Collector | Date |
|---|---|---|
| CAN 551306 | A. Vogg | 1988-May-21 |
| CAN 522116 | J.M. Reddoch, A.H. Reddoch, M.I. Moore & B.T. Aniskowicz | 1983-August-06 |
| CAN 455199 | D.F. Brunton | 1980-May-28 |
| CAN 438186 | H. Simpson | 1976-June-13 |
| CAN 570193 | M.I. Moore & T.C. Brayshaw | 1962-June-20 |
| CAN 570192 | T.C. Brayshaw | 1960-June-10 |
| DAO 247975 | J.H. Cooper | 1939-June-13 |