Rhynchospora scutellata
Indianola Beaksedge
Also known as: Rhynchospora corymbosa subsp. puncticulata (Kük. ex Osten) Kük. +3 more
- Rhynchospora corymbosa subsp. puncticulata (Kük. ex Osten) Kük.
- Rhynchospora corymbosa var. puncticulata (Kük. ex Osten) Kük.
- Rhynchospora indianolensis Small
- Rhynchospora puncticulata Kük. ex Osten
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Cyperaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial or rhizomatous geophyte.
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Naturally occurring in North America and South America, Rhynchospora scutellata (commonly known as Indianola beaksedge) is a sedge belonging to the Cyperaceae family. Within its native range, this species is most commonly linked to subtropical conditions.
Macro Climate
Subtropical
Plant Type
Sedge
Plant Type
Bulb
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA, SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Brazil, Caribbean, Central America, Mexico, South-Central U.S.A., Southern South America, Western South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Argentina Northeast, Belize, Brazil West-Central, Colombia, Cuba, Ecuador, Mexico Northeast, Mexico Southeast, Mexico Southwest, Paraguay, Texas, Uruguay
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Alabama