Status: Native
Synonyms:
Eleocharis acicularis (Linnaeus) Roemer & Schultes var. porcata S.G. Smith
Eleocharis acicularis is a perennial Spikerush that is diminutive and appears to be an annual until the delicate rhizomes are dissected. Perianth bristles can be present or absent. The leaf sheath does not have an distinct tooth. Like most Spikerushes, Eleocharis acicularis is found in or near standing water.
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Eleocharis acicularis, photo Russ Kleinman & Bill Norris, San Francisco Mtns., Saddle Mountain Road, June 14, 2010
Eleocharis acicularis, leaf sheaf lacking a distinct tooth, photo Russ Kleinman & Bill Norris, San Francisco Mtns., Saddle Mountain Road, June 14, 2010
Eleocharis acicularis, immature achene with three parted style attached and subtle both longitudinal and transverse ridges, photo Russ Kleinman & Bill Norris, San Francisco Mtns., Saddle Mountain Road, June 14, 2010
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