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granite flatsedge
Scientific Name: Cyperus granitophilus
Family: Cyperaceae
Category: Monocot
Growth: Graminoid
Duration: Annual
Other Names:
Granite Flatsedge (Cyperus granitophilus)
Granite Flatsedge, scientifically known as Cyperus granitophilus, is a unique plant species adapted to specific and challenging environments. It is also known as Granite-loving Flatsedge.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Cyperus granitophilus McVaugh
- Common Names: Granite Flatsedge, Granite-loving Flatsedge
- Family: Cyperaceae (Sedge family)
- Genus: Cyperus L.
Distribution and Habitat
- Granite Flatsedge is found in granite outcrops.
- It was unknown in Texas and Oklahoma until its discovery at Enchanted Rock, Texas.
- It can also be found in areas such as Forty Acre Rock Heritage Preserve in Lancaster County, South Carolina, and the Dundas Granite Flatrock Natural Area Preserve.
- Other locations include Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, and Alabama.
Morphological Characteristics
- Plant Form: Herb
- Flower Color: Green
- Spikes: Congested
Ecological Role
- Granite Flatsedge is endemic to granite outcrop ecosystems.