Eleocharis sundaica

Eleocharis sundaica
Scientific classification
Kingdom:Plantae
Clade:Angiosperms
Clade:Monocots
Clade:Commelinids
Order:Poales
Family:Cyperaceae
Genus:Eleocharis
Species: E. sundaica
Binomial name
Eleocharis sundaica
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Eleocharis sundaica is a sedge of the Cyperaceae family that is native to Australia.[1]

The rhizomatous perennial herb to grass-like sedge typically grows to a height of 0.6 to 1 metre (2.0 to 3.3 ft) and is sometime found partly submerged. It blooms between May and August producing white flowers.[1]

It is found in and around swamps and pools of water in the Kimberley region of Western Australia where it grows in sandy soils.

References

  1. 1 2 "Eleocharis sundaica". FloraBase. Western Australian Government Department of Parks and Wildlife.
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