Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
obtusitrigona
ID:
406135

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lindl. & Nees) Steud.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1854

Citation Micro:
Syn. Pl. Glumac. 2: 80 (1854)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000405467

Common Names

  • Triangle Spike-rush
  • Triangle Spikerush
  • Triangle Spikerush Spike-rush

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Description

Eleocharis obtusitrigona (also called Blunt-Leaved Spikerush, among many other common names) is an aquatic plant that grows up to 1m in height. It has narrow, linear leaves that are up to 3cm long. Native to North America, it is found in marshes, swamps, and shallow waters.

Uses & Benefits

Eleocharis obtusitrigona is a species of flowering plant in the family Cyperaceae. It is native to the Himalayas and is used as an ornamental plant. The leaves, flowers, and fruits are all edible and can be used in salads, jams, and jellies. The plant is also used to make a tea which is said to have a calming effect.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Eleocharis obtusitrigona is small, white, and fragrant. The seed is a small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eleocharis obtusitrigona is a low-growing, evergreen grass that grows up to 1.5m in height. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in a sheltered, sunny position. Propagation is by seed or division in late summer.

Where to Find Eleocharis obtusitrigona

Eleocharis obtusitrigona is native to wetland areas in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Eleocharis obtusitrigona FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eleocharis obtusitrigona?

Eleocharis obtusitrigona

What is the common name of Eleocharis obtusitrigona?

Blunt-leaved Spikerush

What is the natural habitat of Eleocharis obtusitrigona?

Wetlands, marshes, and bogs

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-242714: Based on the initial data import
Christian Gottfried Daniel Nees von Esenbeck (1776-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nees' in the authors string.
Ernst Gottlieb von Steudel (1783-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steud.' in the authors string.
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.