Eleocharis brassii is a sedge of the family Cyperaceae that is native to Australia.[1]
Eleocharis brassii | |
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Scientific classification | |
Kingdom: | Plantae |
Clade: | Tracheophytes |
Clade: | Angiosperms |
Clade: | Monocots |
Clade: | Commelinids |
Order: | Poales |
Family: | Cyperaceae |
Genus: | Eleocharis |
Species: | E. brassii
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Binomial name | |
Eleocharis brassii |
The stoloniferous perennial herb to grass-like sedge typically grows to a height of 0.4 to 0.8 metres (1.3 to 2.6 ft) and has a tufted habit. It blooms between April and June producing white flowers.[1]
It is found in and around pools and swampy areas in the Kimberley region of Western Australia and the top end of the Northern Territory where it grows in sandy soils.
References
edit- ^ a b "Eleocharis brassii". FloraBase. Western Australian Government Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions.