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Eleocharis palustris
A slender grass-like plant (actually a sedge) forming dense mats along pond edges, wet meadows, and ditches. Single pointed seed head atop thin 10–60 cm stems. Important stabilizer of shallow-water edges; food and cover for amphibians and waterfowl.
Quick Facts
Distribution
Province-wide wetlands, Zone 1
Light
Full sun, wet
Bloom Time
June–Aug
Soil
Saturated mud, pond margins
Water
Very high; tolerates standing water
Pet Safe— Generally considered safe around pets.
Growing & Cultivation
Propagation
Rhizome division (easy — forms dense mats). Seed requires wet, warm conditions to germinate.
