Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
kuoi
ID:
405218

Status:
valid

Authors:
Y.D.Chen

Source:
wcs

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Res., Harbin 7(2): 120 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000404550



Common Names

  • Kuoi Spikerush
  • Eleocharis
  • Spikerush


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Description

Eleocharis kuoi (also called Kuo's spikerush, among many other common names) is a species of sedge in the family Cyperaceae. It is native to New Caledonia. It is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall, with a stem up to 0.5 cm in diameter. It is found in wetlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Eleocharis kuoi is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eleocharis kuoi has small, white flowers that are arranged in a spiral pattern. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eleocharis kuoi is a low-growing, evergreen perennial with a spreading habit. It is native to tropical Asia and is hardy in USDA Zones 8-11. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagate by division or cuttings in spring or summer.

Where to Find Eleocharis kuoi

Eleocharis kuoi is native to Japan and can be found in wet areas, such as marshes and swamps.

Eleocharis kuoi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eleocharis kuoi?

Eleocharis kuoi

What is the common name of Eleocharis kuoi?

Kuo's Spikerush

What is the natural habitat of Eleocharis kuoi?

Marshes, swamps, and other wetland areas

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

Yao Dong Chen: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.D.Chen' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:931847-1: 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].