Fimbristylis puberula | |
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Variety puberula in flower | |
Scientific classification | |
Kingdom: | Plantae |
Clade: | Tracheophytes |
Clade: | Angiosperms |
Clade: | Monocots |
Clade: | Commelinids |
Order: | Poales |
Family: | Cyperaceae |
Genus: | Fimbristylis |
Species: | F. puberula
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Binomial name | |
Fimbristylis puberula |
Fimbristylis puberula, commonly called hairy fimbry,[1] is a species of flowering plant in the sedge family (Cyperaceae). It is native to North America, where it has a widespread, but patchy, distribution.[2] The largest populations are in the Southeastern Coastal Plain and the eastern Great Plains.[3] Its natural habitat is in prairies, savannas, and glades. It can be found on both basic and acidic soil.[4]
It is a perennial that produces fruits in late spring and early summer. It has historically been confused with the similar-looking Fimbristylis caroliniana, which is restricted to coastal areas.[5]