Family: Poaceae
Author: Lam.
Bibliography: Unknown
Year: Unknown
Status: accepted
Rank: species
Genus: Crypsis
Vegetable: Unknown
Observations: Unknown
Description
Swamp prickle grass, known scientifically as Crypsis schoenoides, is a distinctive species within the Poaceae family. This grass is typically found in wetland areas, where its unique adaptations allow it to thrive in environments that are often too waterlogged for many other plant species. The name “swamp prickle grass” reflects its ability to grow in swampy conditions and its somewhat spiky appearance.
Characterized by its slender, prickly stems and narrow leaves, Crypsis schoenoides is a resilient grass that can handle the challenging conditions of its preferred habitat. It often forms dense mats that can help stabilize soil and prevent erosion in the fragile wetland ecosystems it inhabits. The grass’s root system is particularly suited to holding on to wet, loose soil, making it an important plant for maintaining the integrity of such landscapes.
Despite general unfamiliarity about its observations and detailed ecological interactions, the presence of Crypsis schoenoides can be a crucial indicator of the health of wetland ecosystems. Its ability to colonize and survive in flooded conditions demonstrates a remarkable adaptability, suggesting potential benefits for studying its responses to environmental stresses.
Although specific studies and detailed bibliographic accounts about Crypsis schoenoides are not readily known, its standing within the Poaceae family places it among the vast and ecologically significant group of grasses. Researchers and botanists often find interest in this species due to its specialized nature and the role it plays in its natural habitat.
In summary, Crypsis schoenoides, or swamp prickle grass, is a robust and valuable member of wetland flora. While much about its specific characteristics remains to be explored, its contributions to the stability and health of swampy ecosystems are undeniably important.
Common Names
En: Swamp prickle grass, Swamp pricklegrass, Swamp timothy
Ar: بقوق (بَقوق)، بقاق (بَقاق), حصاد (حَصاد), حصاد (حُصاد)، بابوق
Fr: Crypside Faux Choin, Crypsis faux choin
He: עטיינית קצרה
It: Brignolo Ovato
Sv: Tittutgräs
Synonyms
Distribution
Additional Images
Habit
Taken Oct 15, 2015 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)
Taken Sep 15, 2011 by Tela Botanica − Liliane ROUBAUDI (cc-by-sa)
Taken Sep 23, 2021 by llandr anna (cc-by-sa)
Taken Sep 15, 2011 by Tela Botanica − Liliane ROUBAUDI (cc-by-sa)
Taken Sep 15, 1991 by Tela Botanica − Liliane Roubaudi (cc-by-sa)
Leaf
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Taken Mar 30, 2013 by Ata Bilgili (cc-by-sa)
Taken Sep 23, 2021 by llandr anna (cc-by-sa)
Flower
Taken Oct 15, 2016 by Photoflora – Jean-Luc TASSET (©)
Taken Aug 15, 2012 by Photoflora – Jean-Luc TASSET (©)
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Taken Sep 23, 2021 by llandr anna (cc-by-sa)
Taken Sep 15, 2011 by Tela Botanica − Liliane ROUBAUDI (cc-by-sa)
Bark
Taken Sep 23, 2021 by Llandrich anna (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jul 15, 2005 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)
Taken Oct 15, 2015 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)
Other
Taken Sep 15, 2017 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)
Taken Sep 15, 2017 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)
Taken Jan 1, 1970 by Photoflora – L’Abbé COSTE (©)
Taken Aug 15, 2012 by Photoflora – Jean-Luc TASSET (©)
Taken Jul 31, 1851 by Tela Botanica − Herbier PONTARLIER-MARICHAL (cc-by-sa)
Fruit
Taken Mar 24, 2009 by Tela Botanica − Christophe GIROD (cc-by-sa)
Taken Mar 24, 2009 by Tela Botanica − Christophe GIROD (cc-by-sa)
Taken Mar 24, 2009 by Tela Botanica − Christophe GIROD (cc-by-sa)
Taken Mar 24, 2009 by Tela Botanica − Christophe GIROD (cc-by-sa)
Taken Mar 24, 2009 by Tela Botanica − Christophe GIROD (cc-by-sa)
Sources
- WFO (No URL)
- IPNI (No URL)
- PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Crypsis schoenoides (L.) Lam.)
- GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/5290185)