Baldwin's Spikerush (Eleocharis Baldwinii) is a perennial aquatic in the Cyperaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires aquatic watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Eleocharis baldwinii is a small, slender aquatic or semi-aquatic plant native to North America, typically found in shallow waters or muddy lake margins.

Baldwin's Spikerush

Baldwin's Spikerush

Eleocharis Baldwinii

Eleocharis baldwinii is a small, slender aquatic or semi-aquatic plant native to North America, typically found in shallow waters or muddy lake margins.

Quick Facts

Type
aquatic
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
aquatic
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
7-10

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:organic mud, loamy, peaty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:erosion control, habitat creation, groundcover

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Baldwin's Spikerush

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Baldwin's Spikerush
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Taxonomy

Family:Cyperaceae
Genus:Eleocharis