Eleocharis montevidensis
About
Eleocharis montevidensis is a species of spikesedge known by the common name sand spikerush. It is a widespread coastal plant native to the Americas. It grows in moist, sandy spots in many habitat types, including lakes, riverbanks, wet meadows, and springs. It has a disjunct distribution, in North America and South America.
- Family
- Cyperaceae
How to use it
Sand spikerush can be beneficial for stabilizing sandy soils, making it useful in ecological restoration projects. Its presence in wetland areas helps maintain the health of these ecosystems, providing habitat for various wildlife.
Sources: en.wikipedia.org
Gardening tip
If you're looking to plant sand spikerush, make sure to choose a moist, sandy area. This plant thrives in such conditions, so planting it near a water source will help it grow strong and healthy.
Sources: en.wikipedia.org
Ecology
How it lives
- Propagated by
- Seed
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- Name
- Eleocharis montevidensis
- Slug
- eleocharis-montevidensis
- Kingdom
- Plantae
- Family
- Cyperaceae
- Genus
- Eleocharis
- Species
- montevidensis
- Wikidata QID
- Q5359218
- Propagule type
- seed
- Container suitable
- No
- Indoor suitable
- No
- OSSI pledged
- No
- Hazard level
- 1
- Data completeness
- 43
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