Typha laxmannii, commonly known as Graceful Cattail, is a perennial herbaceous plant native to a wide range of wetland habitats, including marshes, riverbanks, and the edges of lakes and ponds across Europe and Asia. It is shorter than many cattail species, typically reaching up to 51 inches (130 cm) in height. This species is characterized by a distinctive gap between the dense, brown, cylindrical male flowers and the fluffy, lighter female flowers on the stem, which is a key identification feature.

Graceful Cattail is valued for its ornamental appearance, particularly in water gardens and naturalized pond settings. It is less robust than some other cattail species, which can make it a more manageable choice for smaller landscapes. In cultivation, it requires consistently moist or wet soil and full sun to part shade conditions. While it is not as aggressive as some other Typha species, it can still spread through rhizomes and self-seeding if conditions are favorable. Gardeners should be aware of its potential to spread when planting in small ponds or water features.CC BY-SA 4.0