Eleocharis brassii
Appearance
Eleocharis brassii | |
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Scientific classification | |
Kingdom: | Plantae |
Clade: | Tracheophytes |
Clade: | Angiosperms |
Clade: | Monocots |
Clade: | Commelinids |
Order: | Poales |
Family: | Cyperaceae |
Genus: | Eleocharis |
Species: | E. brassii
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Binomial name | |
Eleocharis brassii |
Eleocharis brassii is a sedge of the family Cyperaceae that is native to Australia.[1]
The stoloniferous perennial herb to grass-like sedge typically grows to a height of 0.4 to 0.8 metres (1.3 to 2.6 ft) and has a tufted habit. It blooms between April and June producing white flowers.[1]
It is found in and around pools and swampy areas in the Kimberley region of Western Australia and the top end of the Northern Territory where it grows in sandy soils.
References
[edit]- ^ a b "Eleocharis brassii". FloraBase. Western Australian Government Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions.