Eleocharis geniculata (L.) Roem. & Schult.
bent spike-rush
Cyperaceae (Sedge family)
Introduction to Vascular Plants
bent spike-rush
Cyperaceae (Sedge family)
Introduction to Vascular Plants
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Introduction
Eleocharis atropurpurea was previously reported for BC in the South Okanagan. However, during survey work in the region in 2008, plants found in the same general location--as well as previous specimens--were thought instead to be Eleocharis geniculata. A COSEWIC status report on E. geniculata was prepared. Read the report.
However, further examination of specimens since then has led to the conclusion that they are in fact a new, undescribed species, and not E. geniculata. Botanists from BC and Ontario are studying them. Once this work is complete, the new species will be added to E-Flora BC, and E. geniculata will be removed. |
Status Information
| Origin Status | Provincial Status | BC List (Red Blue List) | COSEWIC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native | S1S2 | Red | E (Apr 2009) |
BC Ministry of Environment: BC Species and Ecosystems Explorer.
Synonyms
Synonyms and Alternate Names:
Eleocharis capitata var. dispar (E.J. Hill) Fernald
Eleocharis caribaea (Rottb.) S.F. Blake
Eleocharis caribaea var. dispar (E.J. Hill) S.F. Blake
Scirpus caribaea Rottb.
Scirpus geniculata L.