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Phragmites were used to thatch roofs and to weave baskets and such things. They did not grow everywhere, but where they did grow, serfs probably used them.

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Did medieval serfs own their homes?

Medieval serfs typically did not own their homes outright; instead, they were bound to the land owned by a lord. While they often had the right to live in and cultivate their homes, the property itself was tied to the feudal estate. Serfs were required to provide labor and a portion of their produce to the lord in exchange for protection and the right to work the land. Therefore, their living arrangements were dependent on their relationship with the landowner rather than ownership in the modern sense.


Did people in the middle ages sell there homes?

I'm pretty sure that peasants and serfs may sell there homes and other belongings to become free men.


Did serf's masters provide food and clothes for the serf?

No, the masters of serfs provided neither food nor clothes. They provide farming fields and homes. The serfs grew their own food and made much of their own clothes.


Did a manor have phragmites?

Manors, particularly those situated near wetlands or water bodies, could have had phragmites (common reed) growing in their vicinity. Phragmites often thrives in marshy areas and can be found in various landscapes, including around estates and manorial lands where water is present. Its presence would depend on the specific environment and geography of the manor's location.


What was phragmite used for in medieval times?

In medieval times, phragmites, commonly known as common reed, was utilized for a variety of practical purposes. Its tall, sturdy stalks were used in thatching roofs, creating walls, and making mats or baskets. Additionally, phragmites served as a source of fuel and was sometimes employed in crafting tools or fishing gear. Its abundance in wetlands made it a valuable resource for rural communities.

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Where phragmites in knights homes?

No


Did serfs own their own homes?

No


Can you find Phragmites being used in your home or nearby lands?

The genus Phragmites are tropical reeds (tall grasses), the most common of which has become an invasive species in some tropical and semi-tropical biomes (Phragmites australis).


What are other names for Phragmites?

Phragmites are also known as "Common Reed."


Did knights use phragmites when rome fell?

Phragmites is a very common reed and people have always used them for various things (thatching roofs, etc.) What knights have to do with this I really do not know!


Where can Phragmites be found?

Phragmites can be found in swamps and marshes throughout temperate and tropical regions of the world.


What eats phragmites?

Phragmites are eaten by both Algae and destroyed by Chemichal Changes in it's nucleus


Did a noble have phragmites in his yard or home?

Of course they did. They used them to scare off evil midgets that came after them.


Do cows eat phragmites?

No.


Did medieval serfs own their homes?

Medieval serfs typically did not own their homes outright; instead, they were bound to the land owned by a lord. While they often had the right to live in and cultivate their homes, the property itself was tied to the feudal estate. Serfs were required to provide labor and a portion of their produce to the lord in exchange for protection and the right to work the land. Therefore, their living arrangements were dependent on their relationship with the landowner rather than ownership in the modern sense.


Did people in the middle ages sell there homes?

I'm pretty sure that peasants and serfs may sell there homes and other belongings to become free men.


Where did the phragmites originate from?

The cloud district