Eleocharis philippinensis is a sedge of the family Cyperaceae that is native to Southeast Asia, Melanesia (up to New Caledonia), and parts of northern Australia and southern China.

[1][2] The rhizomatous, erect and slender perennial herb to grass-like sedge typically grows to a height of 0.3 to 0.5 metres (1.0 to 1.6 ft) and has a tufted habit and produces green flowers.

It commonly grows in flooded fields.

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