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Category: Grass-like |
Family: Cyperaceae (Sedges) |
Origin: California (U.S.A.) |
Evergreen: Yes |
Flower Color: Brown |
Bloomtime: Summer |
Synonyms: [Eleocharis obtusa] |
Height: 1-2 feet |
Width: Spreading |
Exposure: Full Sun |
Irrigation (H2O Info): Aquatic |
Winter Hardiness: 20-25° F |
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Eleocharis montevidensis (Aquatic) (Sand Spikerush) - Hair grass or spike rush is related to Cyperus and bulrushes (tules) and also prefers to grow in shallow water environments in full sun. Its thin leaves look almost identical to those of the low bulrush, but grow longer and more erect, to nearly 2 feet. Instead of growing in a compact clump, it spreads quickly from rhizomatous runners and can rapidly colonize an area. Terminal brown flowers occur in early summer and is cold hardy to about 20 degrees F.
Information displayed on this page about Eleocharis montevidensis is based on the research conducted about it in our library and from reliable online resources. We also note those observations we have made of this plant as it grows in the nursery's garden and in other gardens, as well how crops have performed in our nursery field. We will incorporate comments we receive from others, and welcome to hear from anyone who may have additional information, particularly if they share any cultural information that would aid others in growing it.
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