Eleocharis palustris aka Creeping Spike Rush

With its straightforward care requirements, Creeping Spike Rush is a hassle-free plant that anyone can enjoy.

Creeping Spike Rush should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Creeping Spike Rush loves a well-draining soil. Perlite and vermiculite help with drainage, while coco coir adds organic matter, so a good potting soil mix will have all three. You can improve store-bought soil by adding some perlite to it.

To ensure optimal growth, the Creeping Spike Rush prefers bright indirect light for 6-8 hours each day. Insufficient light can result in slow growth and leaf drop, so it's important to find a well-lit location for this plant. Place it near a window, within a distance of 1 meter (3 feet), to enhance its potential for thriving.

The toxicity level of this plant has not been officially confirmed by Ploi. If there is a possibility of ingestion of plant material with an uncertain toxicity by you, a family member, or a pet, it is advisable to seek the assistance of a medical professional.

The Creeping Spike Rush is a clump-forming species, with new growth originating from the soil surrounding the main plant.

Creeping Spike Rush’s native range is An almost cosmopolitan plant, found in most regions of the world including Britain.