Eleocharis spiralis

Eleocharis spiralis is a sedge of the family Cyperaceae that is native to Australia.[1]

Eleocharis spiralis
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Kingdom:Plantae
Clade:Tracheophytes
Clade:Angiosperms
Clade:Monocots
Clade:Commelinids
Order:Poales
Family:Cyperaceae
Genus:Eleocharis
Species:
E. spiralis
Binomial name
Eleocharis spiralis

The rhizomatous perennial herb to grass-like sedge typically grows to a height of 0.4 to 0.6 metres (1.3 to 2.0 ft). It blooms between February and April producing white flowers.[1]

It is found in and around brackish areas such as lagoons and estuaries in coastal parts of the Kimberley region of Western Australia.

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