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References: Wetland and Shoreline Plants

  1. Wetland - Wikipedia - Defines wetland types including marshes, bogs, and fens, explaining the hydrology, soil chemistry, and ecological functions that support specialized plant communities.

  2. Aquatic Plant - Wikipedia - Covers the biology and classification of aquatic plants including emergent, submergent, and floating species commonly found in Minnesota's lakes and waterways.

  3. Wild Rice - Wikipedia - Profiles Minnesota's iconic wild rice, covering its aquatic habitat requirements, cultural significance to Ojibwe communities, and ecological role in shallow lakes.

  4. Eggers, Steve D. and Reed, Donald M. - Wetland Plants and Plant Communities of Minnesota and Wisconsin - U.S. Army Corps of Engineers - Authoritative field reference for identifying wetland plant species and classifying wetland communities found throughout Minnesota and neighboring states.

  5. Kadlec, Robert H. and Wallace, Scott D. - Treatment Wetlands - CRC Press - Technical resource on wetland hydrology and plant function in water filtration, demonstrating how native wetland plants contribute to water quality improvement.

  6. Wetlands in Minnesota - Minnesota DNR - State resource on Minnesota's wetland types, conservation status, and regulatory protections, with guidance on wetland identification and restoration projects.

  7. Shoreline Restoration - Minnesota DNR - Practical guide to restoring Minnesota lakeshores and riverbanks with native plants, including species lists, planting techniques, and erosion control strategies.

  8. Rain Gardens and Native Plants - University of Minnesota Extension - Research-based guidance on building rain gardens with native wetland and shoreline plants to manage stormwater and support pollinators in Minnesota landscapes.

  9. Wetland Plants of Minnesota - MinnesotaWildflowers.info - Comprehensive photo guide to native wetland plants found in Minnesota, with identification details, habitat preferences, and bloom period information.

  10. Minnesota Wetland Restoration Guide - Minnesota Board of Water and Soil Resources - Technical guidance for wetland restoration projects in Minnesota, covering hydrology assessment, native plant selection, and post-planting management.