Cladium sp.
Twig rush, Twig Rush
Family: Cyperaceae · Type: Perennial · Native
Cladium sp. (Twig rush) is a native California perennial in the Cyperaceae family.
How to tell it apart
vs Fimbristylis: Cladium is robust with thick stems and cutting leaf edges, Fimbristylis is delicate with harmless leaves.; vs Bulbostylis: Cladium leaves have sharp saw-teeth that cut skin, Bulbostylis leaves are thin and harmless.; vs Bolboschoenus: Cladium has dangerously saw-toothed leaf margins, Bolboschoenus leaves have smooth edges.; vs Scirpus: Cladium is robust with broad cutting leaves, Scirpus is more delicate with narrow harmless leaves.; vs Calliscirpus: Cladium has multiple flower clusters and saw-toothed leaves, Calliscirpus has one tight head and smooth leaves.
Frequently asked questions
Is Cladium sp. native to California?
Yes. Cladium sp. is native to California (recorded as native).
What plant family does Cladium sp. belong to?
Cladium sp. is in the Cyperaceae family, genus Cladium.
Related species
Other California species in the same genus, family, or bioregion.
Sources: Jepson eFlora · CalPhotos
Last updated 2026-04-14
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