Eleocharis pachycarpa
Black Sand Spikerush, Blacksand Spikerush
Also known as: Eleocharis dubia Phil. +9 more
- Eleocharis dubia Phil.
- Eleocharis fuscosanguinea Boeckeler
- Eleocharis lepida Phil.
- Eleocharis leptocaulis Steud.
- Eleocharis liocarpa Phil.
- Eleocharis pachycarpa var. leptocaulis (Steud.) C.B.Clarke
- Scirpus fuscosanguineus (Boeckeler) Kuntze
- Scirpus liocarpus (Phil.) Kuntze
- Scirpus pachycarpus (É.Desv.) Kuntze
- Scirpus pachycarpus var. leptocaulis (Steud.) Kuntze
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Cyperaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial.
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Eleocharis pachycarpa (commonly known as Black sand spikerush) is a sedge belonging to the Cyperaceae family. Originating in South America, this species is primarily associated with subtropical conditions. It is part of the broad Eleocharis genus, encompassing over 300 species globally.
Macro Climate
Subtropical
Plant Type
Sedge
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Southern South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Argentina South, Chile Central, Paraguay, Uruguay
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
California, Mexico Northwest, Nevada, New South Wales