Eleusine is a genus of plants in the grass family, commonly known as goosegrass or wiregrass. Some of the synonyms for the word 'eleusine' include yardgrass, crabgrass, and devil's tailgrass. These alternative names for the plant may vary in different regions of the world, but they all refer to the same plant. Eleusine indica, also known as goosegrass, is an annual grass that thrives in warm, moist environments and is often considered a weed because of its tendency to grow in lawns and gardens. Its sharp, wiry leaves and spiked seedheads make it a nuisance to many homeowners.