Eleocharis fassettii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fassettii
ID:
836207
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.González & P.M.Peterson
Source:
wcs
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Novon 18: 168 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000835542
Common Names
- Eleocharis Fassettii
- Fassettii Eleocharis
- Fassettii Spikerush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Eleocharis fassettii (also called Fassett's Eleocharis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to North America. It is a perennial herb, growing up to 1 meter tall. It is found in wet meadows, often near streams and rivers.
Uses & Benefits
Eleocharis fassettii is used as an ornamental plant, for its timber, and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Eleocharis fassettii is a small, yellowish-green flower with three petals. The seed is a small, black, globose capsule. The seedlings are small, with a single cotyledon and a few small, oblong leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Eleocharis fassettii is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or division. It should be planted in moist, well-draining soil and kept in a partially shaded location. Water regularly, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. It is also tolerant of drought and can survive in temperatures as low as -10°C (14°F).
Where to Find Eleocharis fassettii
Eleocharis fassettii can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Eleocharis fassettii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Eleocharis fassettii?
Eleocharis fassettii
What is the natural habitat of Eleocharis fassettii?
Tropical rainforests of South America
What is the flowering season of Eleocharis fassettii?
June to August
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
María del Socorro González Elizondo (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.González' in the authors string.
Paul M. Peterson (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.M.Peterson' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77094501-1: 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].