Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
merrillii
ID:
348918

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ames) Garay

Source:
wcs

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mus. Leafl. 23: 163 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000348250



Common Names

  • Merrillii Bogoria
  • Merrillii Bogoria Moss
  • Merrillii Bogoria Lichen


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Synonyms

  • Sarcochilus merrillii Ames [unknown]

Description

Bogoria merrillii (also called Merrill's Sedge, among many other common names) is a perennial sedge species of the genus Bogoria. It is native to western North America, from Alaska south to California and east to Montana. It grows in moist meadows, streambanks, and other wet habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Bogoria merrillii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover in shady areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bogoria merrillii is a small, yellowish-green spikelet, with a single flower in the center. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet, with a single seed inside. The seedling is a small, grass-like plant, with a single leaf emerging from the seed.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bogoria merrillii is a perennial sedge that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, acidic soils and partial shade. It can be grown in full sun, but will need more frequent watering. It can be propagated by division in the spring or fall. The seed can be sown in the spring or fall and should be covered lightly with soil. The seed should be kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Bogoria merrillii

Bogoria merrillii can be found in wet meadows, bogs, and wet woods in the northern United States and Canada.

Bogoria merrillii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bogoria merrillii?

Bogoria merrillii

What is the common name of Bogoria merrillii?

Merrill's Bogoria

What is the habitat of Bogoria merrillii?

Bogs and wet meadows

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-22807: Based on the initial data import
Oakes Ames (1874-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ames' in the authors string.
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.