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crevice flatsedge

Scientific Name: Cyperus tenuis

Family: Cyperaceae

Category: Monocot

Growth: Graminoid

Duration: Perennial

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Crevice Flatsedge (Cyperus tenuis)

Cyperus tenuis, commonly known as crevice flatsedge, is a graminoid perennial plant.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Cyperus tenuis Sw.
  • Common Name: Crevice Flatsedge
  • Kingdom: Plantae
  • Family: Cyperaceae
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Accepted Symbol: CYTE4
  • Synonyms:
    • Cyperus breviradiatus Liebm.
    • Cyperus camphoratus var. breviradiatus
    • Cyperus caracasanus Kunth
    • Cyperus auriculatus Nees &amp Meyen ex Kunth

Distribution and Habitat

  • Crevice flatsedge can be found in swampy woodlands, depressions in sandstone glades, and crevices of sandstone cliffs.
  • It also grows in moist fields.
  • Not found in Idaho.
  • Example Location: Maricao, Bosque Estatal/State Forest.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • It is a summer annual that grows to about 2-6 inches tall.

Human Uses

  • This plant exhibits shade tolerance.

Considerations for Pets

  • The text indicates that Crevice Flatsedge is rated as not safe for dogs and cats.

Considerations for Children

  • The text indicates that Crevice Flatsedge is rated as not safe for children.

Further Information

  • USDA Plants Database.
  • Discover Life.