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swamp sawgrass
Scientific Name: Cladium mariscus
Family: Cyperaceae
Category: Monocot
Growth: Graminoid
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Cladium mariscus (L.) Pohl: The Swamp Sawgrass
Cladium mariscus, commonly known as swamp sawgrass, is a prominent plant found in various wetland environments. This page explores its characteristics, distribution, and ecological significance.
Common Names
- Swamp Sawgrass
- Saw Grass
- Jamaica Swamp Sawgrass
- Great Fen Sedge
- Cut Sedge
- Saw Sedge
- Sawtooth Sedge
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Cladium mariscus (L.) Pohl
- Family: Cyperaceae (Sedge family)
- Kingdom: (Not explicitly provided in text)
- Cladium mariscus (L.) Pohl subsp. jamaicense (Crantz) Kk.
- C. jamaicense
- Mariscus mariscus
Considerations for Pets
- The name "sawgrass" and "saw sedge" suggest the plant may have sharp edges.
Considerations for Children
- The name "sawgrass" and "saw sedge" suggest the plant may have sharp edges.
Distribution and Habitat
- This species is found in various wetland environments, including swamps, sloughs, and wet prairies.
- Specifically mentioned locations include:
- Gulf states
- Some Caribbean islands
- South Florida (including the Everglades)
- Europe
Ecological Role
- Cladium mariscus is described as an important sedge in its native habitats.
- It is a dominant species in many natural landscapes and used in habitat restoration projects.
Morphological Characteristics
- A single plant stem can grow up to ten feet tall.
Further Information
- Encyclopedia of Life
- Australian Plant Census
- USDA
- Naples Botanical Garden, Naples
- Jerusalem Botanical Gardens
- Dave's Garden