Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
rugosa
ID:
406625

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.A.Simpson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 42: 900 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000405957

Common Names

  • Eleocharis Rugosa
  • Rugose Spikerush
  • Rugose Spike Rush

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Description

Eleocharis rugosa (also called Rugose spikerush, among many other common names) is a perennial grass-like plant that grows to a height of up to 8 inches. It has thin, grass-like leaves and small, white flowers that bloom in the summer. It is native to the United States and Canada and is commonly found in wet meadows, marshes, and along the edges of ponds and streams.

Uses & Benefits

Eleocharis rugosa is used in aquariums as an ornamental plant. It is also used to improve water quality by absorbing excess nutrients and providing oxygen to the water.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eleocharis rugosa has small, white flowers and small, round seeds. The seedlings are small and have a long, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eleocharis rugosa is a perennial aquatic plant that is native to North America. It is easy to propagate from seed or division. It prefers moist soils and can tolerate some flooding. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is best to fertilize the soil with a slow-release fertilizer before planting. Once established, it requires minimal maintenance and can be propagated by dividing the clumps in the spring.

Where to Find Eleocharis rugosa

Eleocharis rugosa is native to China.

Eleocharis rugosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eleocharis rugosa?

Eleocharis rugosa

What is the common name of Eleocharis rugosa?

Rugose Spikerush

What is the optimal temperature for Eleocharis rugosa?

18-28°C

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

David Alan Simpson (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.A.Simpson' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:276439-2: 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].