What is the connection between cattails and corndogs?

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The discussion revolves around humorous posts shared in a forum, specifically referencing a previous "giggle" post that one user missed. Participants express amusement and engage with the content, with one user mentioning a connection to E. Gibbons' work from the 1970s. The conversation shifts to identifying a plant, Typha, commonly known as "cattail," and its colloquial name "corndog grass" in the U.S., which is noted to be a relatively recent term. The overall tone is light-hearted, with users sharing laughter and curiosity about the topics discussed.
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davenn said:
hahahaha
My thoughts exactly, reminded me of E. Gibbons from the 70's "many parts are edible"
 
1oldman2 said:
Amazing! now that's a coincidence, I usually don't miss the "giggle" posts. I guess I have no choice but to respond with this. :cool:
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What are those? :oldconfused:
 
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What are those? :oldconfused:
Typha, I believe. Sometimes called "cattail" (there are several varieties, e.g., "broadleaf cattail," ",common cattail.")

For obvious reasons, in the United States it is sometimes called "corndog grass*."

*[Edit: I'm sure this is relatively recent term though; corndogs have a limited history.]
 
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collinsmark said:
Typha, I believe. Sometimes called "cattail" (there are several varieties, e.g., "broadleaf cattail," ",common cattail.")

For obvious reasons, in the United States it is sometimes called "corndog grass*."

*[Edit: I'm sure this is relatively recent term though; corndogs have a limited history.]
Quite interesting. :bugeye:
 

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