Lesser Wire Rush (Empodisma Minus) is a perennial herb in the Restionaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires very high watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

A perennial, evergreen rush forming dense, tangled mats in wetland habitats.

Lesser Wire Rush

Lesser Wire Rush

Empodisma Minus

A perennial, evergreen rush forming dense, tangled mats in wetland habitats.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
very high
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
8-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

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

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Lesser Wire Rush

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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Taxonomy

Family:Restionaceae
Genus:Empodisma