Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
niederleinii
ID:
406043

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boeckeler

Source:
wcs

Year:
1888

Citation Micro:
Beitr. Cyper. 1: 13 (1888)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000405375



Common Names

  • Niederleinii Spike-rush
  • Niederleinii Spikerush
  • Niederleinii Spikerushes


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Description

Eleocharis niederleinii (also called Niederlein's spikerush, among many other common names) is a perennial grass-like plant that grows up to 30 cm (12 in) in height. It is native to Europe and is found in wet meadows, marshes, and shallow waters. It has narrow, linear leaves and small, spike-like flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Eleocharis niederleinii is a popular ornamental grass used in gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a ground cover and can be used to control erosion. It is also used in aquariums and ponds to provide a natural habitat for fish and other aquatic creatures.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eleocharis niederleinii is a small, white spikelet. The seed is a small, dark brown capsule with a single seed inside. The seedlings are small, green and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eleocharis niederleinii is a perennial grass that can reach heights of up to 3 feet. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring and divisions should be taken in spring or fall.

Where to Find Eleocharis niederleinii

Eleocharis niederleinii is native to the southeastern United States, from Texas to Florida.

Eleocharis niederleinii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eleocharis niederleinii?

Eleocharis niederleinii

What is the common name of Eleocharis niederleinii?

Niederlein's spikerush

What type of plant is Eleocharis niederleinii?

Grass

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

Johann Otto Boeckeler (1803-1899): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boeckeler' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:89743-2: 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].