A tall, upright cattail plant emerges from the pond's edge, featuring a single, sturdy green stalk that tapers upwards. At its apex, a distinctive, cylindrical brown flower head, resembling velvet, stands erect. Long, slender, sword-like leaves of a muted green sprout from the base, feeling firm and smooth. The flower head feels soft and fuzzy, while the stalk is rigid and cool, creating a prominent, vertical accent in the pond.