Eleocharis acicularis, Least spikerush, is a perennial with smooth round solid stems which form an oval spike flower on the tips. Just under 1' tall, it can be grown individually or in nice tight clusters along shorelines or shallow water forming an ankle deep almost turf-like mat. Eleocharis acicularis is a pioneering wetland species that handles water fluctuations quite well making it ideally suited for ponds and basins that undergo large draw downs.
Exposure
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Mature Height
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Spread Characteristics
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Prolific Seeder |
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Rhizomatous - Rapid |
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Season of Interest (Flowering)
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Season of Interest (Foliage)
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Pond Zonation
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Foliage Color
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Wildlife Benefits
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Amphibians |
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Cover |
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Fish |
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Food |
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Nesting |
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Waterfowl |
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Critter Resistance
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Wetland Indicator Status
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Plant Type
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Bog/Marsh |
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Flowering Perennial |
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Marginal |
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Rush |
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Attributes
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Bio Remediation |
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Container |
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Great Foliage |
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Ground Cover |
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Mass Planting |
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Native |
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Naturalizing |
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Storm Water Basin |
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USDA Hardiness Zone
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3 |
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4 |
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5 |
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6 |
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7 |
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8 |
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9 |
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10 |
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11 |
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