Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
atricha
ID:
403622

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. : 225 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000402954

Common Names

  • Eleocharis atricha
  • Atricha Eleocharis
  • Atricha

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Description

Eleocharis atricha (also called Star-spike Spikerush, among many other common names) is a perennial grass-like plant that grows in dense tufts. It is native to the United States, Canada, and Mexico, and is found in wet meadows, marshes, and along the edges of ponds and streams.

Uses & Benefits

Eleocharis atricha is used as an ornamental plant in aquariums and water gardens. It provides shelter and food for aquatic creatures, and its dense foliage helps to reduce algae growth.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: small, white, 3-petaled, with a yellow center. Seed: small, black, and round. Seedlings: long, thin, and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eleocharis atricha is a perennial grass that prefers moist soil and full sun. It is best grown in USDA hardiness zones 8-10. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame or in a sheltered spot outdoors. Division can be done in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Eleocharis atricha

Eleocharis atricha can be found in wetland habitats in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Eleocharis atricha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eleocharis atricha?

Eleocharis atricha

What is the common name of Eleocharis atricha?

Hairy Spikerush

Where is Eleocharis atricha found?

Eleocharis atricha is found in wetland habitats in the Americas, Europe, and Asia.

Species in the Eleocharis genus

Eleocharis abnorma, Eleocharis acicularis, Eleocharis acuta, Eleocharis acutangula, Eleocharis aestuum, Eleocharis albibracteata, Eleocharis albida, Eleocharis alveolata, Eleocharis alveolatoides, Eleocharis amazonica, Eleocharis andamanensis, Eleocharis angolensis, Eleocharis antunesii, Eleocharis argentina, Eleocharis argyrolepis, Eleocharis atricha, Eleocharis atropurpurea, Eleocharis atrospiculata, Eleocharis attenuata, Eleocharis aurea, Eleocharis ayacuchensis, Eleocharis bahamensis, Eleocharis bahiensis, Eleocharis baldwinii, Eleocharis barrosii, Eleocharis bella, Eleocharis bernardina, Eleocharis bifida, Eleocharis blakeana, Eleocharis bolanderi, Eleocharis bonariensis, Eleocharis brachycarpa, Eleocharis brainii, Eleocharis brasiliensis, Eleocharis brassii, Eleocharis braunii, Eleocharis brevicollis, Eleocharis brittonii, Eleocharis bulbosa, Eleocharis caduca, Eleocharis caespitosissima, Eleocharis callensii, Eleocharis cancellata, Eleocharis canindeyuensis, Eleocharis capillacea, Eleocharis carniolica, Eleocharis cellulosa, Eleocharis chamaegyne, Eleocharis coloradoensis, Eleocharis columbiensis,

Species in the Cyperaceae family

Abildgaardia mexicana, Abildgaardia ovata, Abildgaardia schoenoides, Abildgaardia triflora, Abildgaardia oxystachya, Abildgaardia odontocarpa, Abildgaardia macrantha, Abildgaardia fusiformis, Abildgaardia pachyptera, Actinoschoenus repens, Actinoschoenus yunnanensis, Actinoschoenus aphyllus, Actinoscirpus grossus, Afrotrilepis jaegeri, Afrotrilepis pilosa, Amphiscirpus nevadensis, Arthrostylis aphylla, Arthrostylis planiculmis, Becquerelia clarkei, Becquerelia cymosa, Becquerelia discolor, Becquerelia merkeliana, Becquerelia muricata, Becquerelia tuberculata, Bisboeckelera irrigua, Bisboeckelera longifolia, Bisboeckelera microcephala, Bisboeckelera vinacea, Blysmus compressus, Blysmus mongolicola, Blysmus rufus, Blysmus sinocompressus, Bolboschoenoplectus mariqueter, Bolboschoenus caldwellii, Bolboschoenus capensis, Bolboschoenus fluviatilis, Bolboschoenus glaucus, Bolboschoenus grandispicus, Bolboschoenus laticarpus, Bolboschoenus maritimus, Bolboschoenus medianus, Bolboschoenus nobilis, Bolboschoenus novae-angliae, Bolboschoenus planiculmis, Bolboschoenus robustus, Bolboschoenus schmidii, Bolboschoenus stagnicola, Bolboschoenus yagara, Bolboschoenus koshevnikovii, Bolboschoenus biconcavus,

References

Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:306685-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].