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Common Spike-rush

Eleocharispalustris

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Eleocharis palustris by kennedyh
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Family
Cyperaceae (sy-peer-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Eleocharis (el-ee-OK-ar-iss)
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Species
palustris (pal-US-triss)
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Height
6-12 in. (15-30 cm)
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
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Bloom Color
Brown/Bronze
Bloom Time
Mid Spring
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Category
Ornamental Grasses and Bamboo
Perennials
Ponds and Aquatics
Water Requirements
Requires consistently moist soil; do not let dry out between waterings
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