Eleocharis palustris Comon spike-rush (Cyperaceae)

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Eleocharis palustris
Comon spike-rush
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The Eleocharis palustris plant species is found in Britain. It is a member of the Cyperaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Comon spike-rush. Some home gardeners know the variety as E. eupalustris. Lindberg.f.

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Latin Name:  Eleocharis palustris
Common Name:  Comon spike-rush
Family:  Cyperaceae
Author:  (L.)Roem.&Schult.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.6   Mature Width:  1

Habitat:  Marshes, ditches and the margins of ponds throughout Britain[17].

Propagation Notes: Seed - surface sow in the spring in pots standing in shallow water. When large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and plant them out in the summer. Division in spring.

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