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Mariposa sedge

Scientific Name: Carex mariposana

Family: Cyperaceae

Category: Monocot

Growth: Graminoid

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Mariposa Sedge (Carex mariposana)

Carex mariposana, commonly known as Mariposa sedge, is a species of sedge found in specific regions of the United States.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Carex mariposana L.H. Bailey ex Mack.
  • Common Name: Mariposa sedge
  • Family: Cyperaceae (Sedge family)

Distribution and Habitat

This sedge is native to the Sierra Nevada of California and far western Idaho. It is also found in various counties in California, including Lake County, Inyo County, Madera County, Riverside County, and Mariposa County.

  • Elevations at San Jacinto Mountain.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • Graminoid with green foliage and yellow flowers.
  • Slow growth.
  • Perennial grasslike herb.

Watering

  • Requires frequent watering every 0-1 weeks.
  • Wet the soil deeply with 3-4 glasses of water, avoiding wetting the foliage.

Further Information

For more information, you can consult resources like:

  • Discover Life: Discover Life's page about Carex mariposana
  • Cyperaceae of Mariposa County, CA, US