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Eleocharis halophila
Eleocharis halophila (Fernald & Brack.) Fernald & Brack.
Saltmarsh Spikerush
Cyperaceae (Sedge Family)
Synonym(s): Eleocharis uniglumis var. halophila
USDA Symbol: ELHA2
USDA Native Status: L48 (N)
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Plant Characteristics
Duration: PerennialHabit: Grass/Grass-like
Root Type: Fibrous
Leaf Arrangement: Alternate
Leaf Venation: Parallel
Inflorescence: Spikelet , Terminal
Flower:
Bloom Information
Bloom Color: Not ApplicableBloom Time: Jul , Aug , Sep , Oct
Bloom Notes: Perianth absent. Bloom time denotes fruiting period for Eleocharis spp.
National Wetland Indicator Status
Region: | AGCP | AK | AW | CB | EMP | GP | HI | MW | NCNE | WMVE |
Status: | OBL | OBL | OBL |
Additional resources
USDA: Find Eleocharis halophila in USDA PlantsFNA: Find Eleocharis halophila in the Flora of North America (if available)
Google: Search Google for Eleocharis halophila
Metadata
Record Modified: 2007-01-01Research By: TWC Staff