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Alabama swamp flatsedge

Scientific Name: Cyperus ligularis

Family: Cyperaceae

Category: Monocot

Growth: Graminoid

Duration: Perennial

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Alabama Swamp Flatsedge (Cyperus ligularis)

Cyperus ligularis, commonly known as Alabama Swamp Flatsedge, is a perennial plant belonging to the Cyperaceae (Sedge) family. It is a graminoid, meaning it resembles grass in its growth habit.

Considerations for Pets

  • The text indicates that Alabama Swamp Flatsedge is considered unsafe for dogs.

Considerations for Children

  • The text indicates that Alabama Swamp Flatsedge is considered unsafe for children.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Cyperus ligularis L.
  • Common Names: Alabama Swamp Flatsedge, Swamp Flatsedge, Rocket Sedge, Ligulate Flatsedge
  • Family: Cyperaceae (Sedge family)
  • Order: Cyperales
  • Kingdom: Plantae
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Synonym: Mariscus ligularis (L.) Urb.

Distribution and Habitat

  • Alabama Swamp Flatsedge can be found in the USA, including Alabama (AL), California (CA), and Florida (FL), as well as in Puerto Rico (PR) and the Virgin Islands (VI).
  • It inhabits sedge meadows, seeps, swamps, and other low-lying areas.

Morphological Characteristics

  • The plant is described as graminoid.
  • It is a perennial.

Additional Information

  • The species has an accepted symbol of CYLI.
  • ITIS (Integrated Taxonomic Information System) is an authoritative taxonomic resource that includes information on Cyperus ligularis (TSN 39938).
  • The PLANTS Database (USDA, NRCS) also contains information about Mariscus ligularis.