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Canada spikesedge

Eleocharis geniculata

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The Canada spikesedge (Eleocharis geniculata) is a species in the genus Eleocharis. Typically found in grasslands, wetlands, forests, and cultivated landscapes.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in grasslands, wetlands, forests, and cultivated landscapes.

Widely distributed across Africa (Guinea), Asia (Singapore, Taiwan), Europe (Greece, Italy), North America (Canada, Cuba, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (7 countries), and South America (Brazil, Colombia).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Species

Eleocharis geniculata (Canada spikesedge)

Names in Other Languages

French éléocharide géniculée

Similar Species in Eleocharis

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Acute spikerush

Eleocharis acutangula

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Bald Spikerush

Eleocharis erythropoda

Least Concern

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Beaked Spike Rush

Eleocharis rostellata

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Compressed Spike-Rush

Eleocharis compressa

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Canada spikesedge?

The scientific name of Canada spikesedge is Eleocharis geniculata. It belongs to the genus Eleocharis.

Where does Canada spikesedge live?

Canada spikesedge is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Guinea), Asia (Singapore, Taiwan), Europe (Greece, Italy), North America (Canada, Cuba, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (7 countries), and South America (Brazil, Colombia).. Countries include Brazil, Canada, Colombia, Cuba, Fiji, Greece, Guinea, Italy, Marshall Islands, Micronesia.

What family does Canada spikesedge belong to?

Canada spikesedge (Eleocharis geniculata) belongs to the genus Eleocharis, which is part of the taxonomic family Cyperaceae.

What kingdom does Canada spikesedge belong to?

Canada spikesedge (Eleocharis geniculata) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Canada spikesedge?

The closest relatives of Canada spikesedge in the genus Eleocharis include Acute spikerush, Bald Spikerush, Beaked Spike Rush, Blunt Spikerush, Capitate Spikerush.