Fimbristylis

 

 

 

 

 

Fimbristylis schoenoides (Retzius) Vahl

Distribution: Weedy, introduced from Asia

Habitat: Mostly wet disturbed open places

Recognition:  Plant < 35 cm tall.  Has just one (or few), terminal, light-colored spikelet(s). Resembles an Eleocharis but look for the broad fimbriate style.

Florida status: Introduced