The Cortaderia Hydrengeoides is a scarce, small plant and can be found only in very wet regions. It blooms in early spring. It has huge, pointed leaves, which are usually light red. It also grows decent sized flowers, which can be light pink and blue. These plants grow in small numbers, but it's hard, especially without experience, to control and maintain their growth. They can be cooked and eaten. As a defense mechanism the Cortaderia Hydrengeoides grows small thorns. They rely on winds to carry their seeds away to reproduce. Once pollinated, they grow small, delicious nuts.