Eleocharis (genus)

Spike-rush at Hackett, ACT

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Identification history

Eleocharis (genus) 5 Feb 2020 MichaelBedingfield
Eleocharis (genus) 5 Feb 2020 JaneR

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Patch in ephemeral drainage line. Assumed to be Eleocharis acuta based on culm shape.

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Sighting information

Additional information

  • True In flower
  • 30cm to 1 metre Plant height

Species information

  • Eleocharis (genus) Scientific name
  • Spike-rush Common name
  • Not Sensitive
  • Local native
  • Non-invasive or negligible
  • Up to 810m Recorded at altitude

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