Eleocharis sundaica
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Scientific classification 
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| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Monocots |
| Clade: | Commelinids |
| Order: | Poales |
| Family: | Cyperaceae |
| Genus: | Eleocharis |
| Species: | E. sundaica
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| Binomial name | |
| Eleocharis sundaica | |
Eleocharis sundaica is a sedge of the family Cyperaceae 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[edit]
- ^ a b "Eleocharis sundaica". FloraBase. Western Australian Government Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions.