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Family Scheuchzeriaceae
By Jerry Warmbold
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Scheuchzeriaceae Consists of 1 genus with 1 species
Scheuchzeria palustris Found in the cooler regions of the northern hemisphere And in semi-aquatic environments
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Scheuchizeria palustris
Leaves alternate and basal, simple and entire, linear, basally sheathing and ligulate, tubular with a pore at the tip Synoecious Raceme inflorescence Flowers perfect, regular, 3 green sepals, 3 petals, 6 stamens, carpels 3 or 6 nearly distinct connate only at the base, Ovaries superior with 1 locule, 2 plus basal ovules per carpel Styles absent, stigmas sessile Fruits are pod-like capsules in groups of 3 Ligulate Strap-shaped. Synoecious – male and female in same flower
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Scheuchizeria palustris
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Scheuchizeria palustris
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Scheuchizeria palustris
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Scheuchizeria palustris
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References Walters, Dirk., Keil, David., Murrell, Zack Vascular Plant Taxonomy . 5th ed. U.S.: Kendall/Hunt Print.
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