🌿Native Nature

Swamp Sawgrass

Cladium mariscus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae β€ΊPhylum: Tracheophyta β€ΊClass: Liliopsida β€ΊOrder: Poales β€ΊFamily: Cyperaceae β€ΊGenus: Cladium

About

Cladium mariscus is a species of flowering plant in the sedge family known by the common names swamp sawgrass, great fen-sedge, saw-sedge or sawtooth sedge. Previously it was known as elk sedge. It is native of temperate Europe and Asia where it grows in base-rich boggy areas and lakesides. It can be up to 2.5 metres (8Β ft 2Β in) tall, and has leaves with hard serrated edges.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Swamp Sawgrass?
The scientific name of Swamp Sawgrass is Cladium mariscus.
What is the conservation status of Swamp Sawgrass?
The Swamp Sawgrass has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Swamp Sawgrass belong to?
Swamp Sawgrass belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Swamp Sawgrass belong to?
Swamp Sawgrass belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Swamp Sawgrass belong to?
Swamp Sawgrass belongs to the class Liliopsida.
What order does Swamp Sawgrass belong to?
Swamp Sawgrass belongs to the order Poales.
What family does Swamp Sawgrass belong to?
Swamp Sawgrass belongs to the family Cyperaceae.
What genus does Swamp Sawgrass belong to?
Swamp Sawgrass belongs to the genus Cladium.