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manyflower flatsedge
Scientific Name: Cyperus lancastriensis
Family: Cyperaceae
Category: Monocot
Growth: Graminoid
Duration: Perennial
Other Names: IL (galingale), NJ (Lancaster flat sedge), OH (man
Mayflower (Epigaea repens)
The Mayflower, scientifically known as Epigaea repens, is a beloved wildflower of eastern North America, often associated with the arrival of spring.
Considerations for Pets and Children
- The text mentions that the Mayflower is sometimes found in gardens and homes, suggesting potential exposure to pets and children.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Epigaea repens
- Common Name: Mayflower
- Family: Empetraceae
Distribution and Habitat
- Mentions a connection to a secondary snowbelt south of Cleveland, suggesting a preference for specific climatic conditions.
Associated Plants
- The Mayflower is frequently mentioned alongside "Canada Mayflower" (Maianthemum canadense).
Additional Information on Flatsedges
The provided text contains numerous mentions of various flatsedges (Cyperus species). While not directly related to the Mayflower (Epigaea repens), this information may be relevant to users interested in similar plants.
Examples of Flatsedges Mentioned
- Redroot Flatsedge (Cyperus erythrorhizos)
- Bearded Flat Sedge (Cyperus aristatus)
- Red-scaled Flatsedge (Cyperus bipartitus)
- Toothed Flatsedge (Cyperus dentatus)
- Fragrant Flatsedge (Cyperus odoratus or Cyperus engelmannii)
- Schweinitz's Flatsedge (Cyperus schweinitzii)
- Slender Flatsedge (Cyperus bipartitus Torr.)
- Strawcolored Flatsedge (Cyperus strigosus)
- Globe Flatsedge (Cyperus echinatus)
- Gray's Flatsedge (Cyperus grayi)
- Asian Flatsedge (Cyperus amuricus)
- Manyflower Flatsedge (Cyperus lancastriensis)
- Rough Flatsedge (Cyperus retrofractus)
- Taperleaf Flatsedge (Cyperus aristatus)