Eleocharis pellucida - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pellucida
ID:
406404
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.Presl & C.Presl
Source:
wcs
Year:
1828
Citation Micro:
Reliq. Haenk. 1: 196 (1828)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000405736
Common Names
- Transparent Spikerush
- Transparent Spike Rush
- Transparent Spikerush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Eleocharis pellucida (also called 'Translucent Spikerush', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the sedge family. It is native to North America and is found in wetland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Eleocharis pellucida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating fever, colds, and headaches.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Eleocharis pellucida var. pellucidaEleocharis pellucida var. sanguinolenta Tang & F.T.Wang
Eleocharis pellucida var. spongiosa Tang & F.T.Wang
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Eleocharis pellucida has small, white flowers, which are star-shaped and have three petals. The seeds are small, black, and round-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Eleocharis pellucida is a perennial grass that grows in moist, acidic soils in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or summer when the plant is actively growing. The divisions should be potted in a well-draining medium and kept moist until established.
Where to Find Eleocharis pellucida
Eleocharis pellucida is found in the wetlands of North America.
Eleocharis pellucida FAQ
What is the scientific name of Eleocharis pellucida?
Eleocharis pellucida
What is the natural habitat of Eleocharis pellucida?
Eleocharis pellucida is native to North America, Europe, and Asia.
What is the average height of Eleocharis pellucida?
Eleocharis pellucida can grow up to 3 feet tall.
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
Carl Borivoj Presl (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Presl' in the authors string.
Jan Svatopluk Presl (1791-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Presl' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:307026-1: 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].