Eleocharis philippinensis
Eleocharis philippinensis is a sedge of the family Cyperaceae that is native to Australia.[1]
| Eleocharis philippinensis | |
|---|---|
Scientific classification  | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Monocots |
| Clade: | Commelinids |
| Order: | Poales |
| Family: | Cyperaceae |
| Genus: | Eleocharis |
| Species: | E. philippinensis |
| Binomial name | |
| Eleocharis philippinensis Svenson | |
The rhizomatous, erect and slender perennial herb to grass-like sedge typically grows to a height of 0.3 to 0.5 metres (1.0 to 1.6 ft) and has a tufted habit and produces green flowers.[1]
It is found in a few isolated populations in the Kimberley region of Western Australia.
References
- "Eleocharis philippinensis". FloraBase. Western Australian Government Department of Parks and Wildlife.
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