Kingdom Plantae Family Typhaceae Scientific name Typha capensis Rank Species | Order Poales Genus Typha Higher classification Cattail | |
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Similar Cattail, Typhaceae, Typha shuttleworthii, Typha lugdunensis, Typha laxmannii | ||
Typha capensis is an aquatic plant known from southern and eastern Africa as far north as Uganda. It has also been reported from Brazil.
The rhizomes of Typha capensis are used medicinally in southern Africa. It is reported to improve circulation and to enhance male libido and performance.
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