Eleocharis amazonica
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Cyperaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial.
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Eleocharis amazonica is a sedge belonging to the Cyperaceae family. Originating in South America, this species is primarily associated with wet tropical conditions. It belongs to the highly diverse genus Eleocharis, which contains over 300 distinct species.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Sedge
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Brazil, Northern South America, Western South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Bolivia, Brazil North, Venezuela