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pine flatsedge
Scientific Name: Cyperus hypopitys
Family: Cyperaceae
Category: Monocot
Growth: Graminoid
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Pine Flatsedge (Cyperus hypopitys)
Considerations for Pets and Children
- This plant is a type of flatsedge. While specific hazards aren't mentioned, it's always good to supervise children and pets around plants, especially those with small parts or that could be ingested.
Scientific Name and Common Names
- Scientific Name: Cyperus hypopitys G. Tucker
- Common Names: Pine Flatsedge
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Family: Cyperaceae (Sedge Family)
- Rank: Species
- Synonyms: Cyperus blodgettii, Cyperus cylindricus, Cyperus deeringianus (These might refer to *Cyperus retrorsus* or related species)
Distribution and Habitat
- Pine Flatsedge is very rare in New England, representing the northern limit of its mainly southeastern range.
- Found in locations such as the Albany Pine Bush in eastern New York and potentially in the ACT (Australian Capital Territory).
- Also noted as existing in pine barrens and associated with vernal ponds.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Duration: Perennial
- Growth Habit: Graminoid (grass-like)
Ecological Role
- It is associated with Jack Pine (Pinus banksiana) in some regions, indicating a role in specific plant communities.
Related Information
- Another species, Cyperus retrorsus (Pine Barren Flatsedge), is frequently mentioned alongside Cyperus hypopitys, suggesting they may be related or confused in some contexts.
- The text references various databases and resources such as USDA, Discover Life, and Dave's Garden, which may offer more information about this plant.