Square-stem Spikerush

 

Common Name	Square-stem Spikerush
Scientific Name	Eleocharis quadrangulata
Native Region	West, Middle, East
Moisture Conditions	Water's Edge, Wetlands & Standing Water
Light Preference	Full Sun
Wildlife Value	birds, small mammals
Soil pH	Acidic (pH<6), Neutral (pH 6-8)
Height	less than 3'
Bloom Time	Summer
Evergreen	No
Comments	forms extensive colonies; excellent cover for rails, herons and other marsh birds; seeds eaten by many duck species