Creeping spikerush

Eleocharis palustris

Cool season, strongly rhizomatous, native perennial occurring in wet meadows, marshes and waterways, from sea level up to more than 10,000 ft. elevation. Pioneer species spreads rapidly in neutral, alkaline or saline soils. Tolerant of inundated or seasonal flooding, but also periods of drought. Able to fix nitrogen. Use for quick stabilization in riparian and wetlands, native forage and wildlife food and nesting cover.