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Plukenet's flatsedge
Scientific Name: Cyperus plukenetii
Family: Cyperaceae
Category: Monocot
Growth: Graminoid
Duration: Perennial
Other Names: KY (Plukenet's cyperus), MD (Plukenet's cyperus),
Plukenet's Flatsedge (Cyperus plukenetii)
Cyperus plukenetii, commonly known as Plukenet's flatsedge, is a perennial plant belonging to the sedge family.
Considerations for Pets
- According to some sources, Plukenet's Flatsedge is considered unsafe for dogs.
Considerations for Children
- According to some sources, Plukenet's Flatsedge is considered unsafe for children.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Cyperus plukenetii Fernald
- Common Name: Plukenet's flatsedge
- Family: Cyperaceae (Sedge Family)
- Kingdom: Plantae
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Synonym: Plukenet's Cyperus
- USDA Symbol: CYPL3
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Plukenet's flatsedge is a graminoid plant (grass-like).
- It is a perennial plant, meaning it lives for more than two years.
- Flowers can be green, yellow, or brown and are arranged in a spike.
Distribution and Habitat
- It has been observed in Withlacoochee State Forest, Croom Tract, Hernando County, FL.
- It is also found in Pine/Scrub Oak Sandhill communities.
- Specific states where it can be found include LA, AR, and OK.
- Rare in Virginia.
Quirky Facts
- The species epithet "plukenetii" honors Leonard Plukenet (1641-1706), who was a Royal Professor of Botany.
Further Information
- Dave's Garden
- USDA Plants Database