Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bonariensis
ID:
345658

Status:
valid

Authors:
Desf. ex Poir.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1813

Citation Micro:
Encycl. , Suppl. 3: 250 (1813)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000344990



Common Names

  • Bonari's Sedge
  • Bonari's Carex
  • Bonariensis Carex


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Description

Carex bonariensis (also called 'Bonar's sedge', among many other common names) is a perennial sedge of the family Cyperaceae. It is native to South America, where it is found in moist, shady habitats. It has a tufted habit, with narrow, linear leaves and small, greenish-brown flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Carex bonariensis is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes due to its attractive foliage. It is also used to stabilize soils in areas prone to erosion, and for its ability to absorb water and nutrients from the soil.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Carex bonariensis var. bonariensis
Carex bonariensis var. glabrescens Kurtz ex Kük.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: The flower of Carex bonariensis is a small, greenish-brown spikelet. Seed: The seed of Carex bonariensis is a small, dark brown nutlet. Seedlings: The seedlings of Carex bonariensis are short and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carex bonariensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil pH levels. It is best grown in a sheltered location and can be divided in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Carex bonariensis

Carex bonariensis can be found in North America. It grows in moist meadows, marshes, and other wet habitats.

Carex bonariensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Carex bonariensis?

Carex bonariensis

What is the common name of Carex bonariensis?

Bonariensis sedge

What is the typical habitat of Carex bonariensis?

Moist woods, thickets, and meadows

Species in the Carex genus

Carex abitibiana, Carex aboriginum, Carex abortiva, Carex abrupta, Carex abscondita, Carex acaulis, Carex accrescens, Carex acicularis, Carex acidicola, Carex acocksii, Carex acuta, Carex acutata, Carex acutiformis, Carex adelostoma, Carex adrienii, Carex adusta, Carex aematorrhyncha, Carex aequialta, Carex aestivaliformis, Carex aestivalis, Carex aethiopica, Carex agastachys, Carex agglomerata, Carex aggregata, Carex akitaensis, Carex akiyamana, Carex alajica, Carex alascana, Carex alata, Carex alba, Carex alberti, Carex albicans, Carex albolutescens, Carex albonigra, Carex albula, Carex albursina, Carex algida, Carex allanii, Carex alligata, Carex alliiformis, Carex allivescens, Carex alluvialis, Carex alma, Carex almii, Carex alopecoidea, Carex alopecuroides, Carex alsatica, Carex alsophila, Carex alta, Carex altaica,

Species in the Cyperaceae family

Abildgaardia mexicana, Abildgaardia ovata, Abildgaardia schoenoides, Abildgaardia triflora, Abildgaardia oxystachya, Abildgaardia odontocarpa, Abildgaardia macrantha, Abildgaardia fusiformis, Abildgaardia pachyptera, Actinoschoenus repens, Actinoschoenus yunnanensis, Actinoschoenus aphyllus, Actinoscirpus grossus, Afrotrilepis jaegeri, Afrotrilepis pilosa, Amphiscirpus nevadensis, Arthrostylis aphylla, Arthrostylis planiculmis, Becquerelia clarkei, Becquerelia cymosa, Becquerelia discolor, Becquerelia merkeliana, Becquerelia muricata, Becquerelia tuberculata, Bisboeckelera irrigua, Bisboeckelera longifolia, Bisboeckelera microcephala, Bisboeckelera vinacea, Blysmus compressus, Blysmus mongolicola, Blysmus rufus, Blysmus sinocompressus, Bolboschoenoplectus mariqueter, Bolboschoenus caldwellii, Bolboschoenus capensis, Bolboschoenus fluviatilis, Bolboschoenus glaucus, Bolboschoenus grandispicus, Bolboschoenus laticarpus, Bolboschoenus maritimus, Bolboschoenus medianus, Bolboschoenus nobilis, Bolboschoenus novae-angliae, Bolboschoenus planiculmis, Bolboschoenus robustus, Bolboschoenus schmidii, Bolboschoenus stagnicola, Bolboschoenus yagara, Bolboschoenus koshevnikovii, Bolboschoenus biconcavus,

References

René Louiche Desfontaines (1750-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Desf.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:298870-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].