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Parish's flatsedge
Scientific Name: Cyperus parishii
Family: Cyperaceae
Category: Monocot
Growth: Graminoid
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Parish's Flatsedge (Cyperus parishii)
Cyperus parishii, commonly known as Parish's flatsedge, is a perennial plant belonging to the sedge family. It's a graminoid, meaning it resembles grass in its overall appearance.
Considerations for Pets
- According to one source, Parish's Flatsedge is considered unsafe for dogs and cats.
Considerations for Children
- According to one source, Parish's Flatsedge is considered unsafe for children.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Cyperus parishii Britton
- Family: Cyperaceae (Sedge family)
- Synonyms/Alternative Names: Parish's nutgrass, taperleaf flatsedge, taper-tip flat sedge, tapertip flatsedge
- Nomenclatural Reference: Bull. S. Calif. Acad. Sci. 3: 37, 52, pl. 3. 1904.
- Rank: Species
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to the southwestern United States and northwestern Mexico.
- Found in desert environments.
- Specifically noted occurrences include Juniper Hills, California (R.G. Swinney, Mike Booth Property).
Morphological Characteristics
- Described as a perennial grasslike herb.
- Classified as a graminoid.
Ecological Role
- Can be found in freshwater marsh vegetation alongside other plants like clustered field sedge, fragrant flatsedge, Parish's spikerush, and common rush.
Further Information
- USDA PLANTS database.
- Encyclopedia of Life.
- ITIS (Integrated Taxonomic Information System).