common cattail Directory References Discover Poker Hands Ranked 10 Unusual Sports How Many Electoral College Votes Does Each U.S. State Have? 10 Best Hockey Players of All Time Which Religion Is the Oldest? 9 American Political Scandals 6 Cultures That Recognize More than Two Genders Contents common cattail plant Also known as: Typha latifolia Learn about this topic in these articles:cattails In cattail…long flat leaves of the common cattail (Typha latifolia) are used especially for making mats and chair seats. The starchy rhizomes are eaten in some places.Read More