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Eleocharis acuta ‘Common Spike Rush’ Tas species


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Perennial rush to 0.5 metres. Dark flower spikes to 30mm in spring/autumn.

Feature Codes: DEIcdPT

Description

Origin WA, SA, Vic, Tas, NSW, Qld, NZ.
Form: Erect spreading small clump
Type: Perennial wetland & aquatic
Height (typical): 0.3 – 0.8m
Width (typical): Unspecified, can form large rafts.
Growth rate: Fast
Uses: Dams & large ponds (in pots for small ponds)
Soil type: Wet mud or in water to 500mm deep.
Position: Full sun to part shade
Frost hardiness: Very frost hardy
Drought tolerance: Will recover if forced into drought dormancy.
Flowering time: Spring & summer
Pruning: Not required.
Features: Great wetland habitat species.
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