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Rio Grande sedge

Scientific Name: Cyperus floribundus

Family: Cyperaceae

Category: Monocot

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Rio Grande Sedge (Cyperus floribundus)

Cyperus floribundus, commonly known as Rio Grande sedge, is a graminoid plant belonging to the Cyperaceae family.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Cyperus floribundus (Kk.) Carter & Jones
  • Family: Cyperaceae
  • Common Name: Rio Grande Sedge
  • Synonyms: The text also mentions Cyperus flexuosus (Vahl&#39s Flatsedge) and Cyperus floridanus (Florida Flatsedge), but it's not clear whether these are considered synonyms or simply related species.

Distribution and Habitat

  • Rio Grande sedge is found in the Rio Grande region, including areas like the Rio Grande Plains, the Lower Rio Grande Valley, and along the Rio Grande river itself.
  • Specific locations mentioned include southernmost Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, and areas in southeast Texas and the Edwards Plateau.
  • It's typically found in wet places, emergent herbaceous wetlands, high mountain meadows and stands of aspen.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • It is described as a plant of type Graminoid.

Interactions with Other Organisms

  • The text notes that sedges, including Rio Grande sedge, can constitute part of the diet of the Rio Grande turkey.
  • Sedge Wrens are found in areas where this plant grows.

Further Information

  • The text references research information on Carex vesicaria (Lesser Bladder Sedge) and allergy information, suggesting this may be a related area of study.