Isolepis sp.
Family: Cyperaceae · Type: Perennial · Variable; species dependent
Isolepis sp. is a non-native California perennial in the Cyperaceae family.
How to tell it apart
vs Eleocharis: Isolepis has multiple parallel veins in its bracts; Eleocharis bracts have just a single midvein.; vs Juncus: Isolepis flowers grow in spikelets with overlapping scales; Juncus has separate flowers with 6 perianth parts.; vs Carex: Isolepis has bisexual flowers in open spikelets; Carex has separate male/female flowers in enclosed sacs.; vs Triglochin: Isolepis has scaly spikelets typical of sedges; Triglochin has spike-like flower clusters with capsules.; vs Lipocarpha: Isolepis has one bract per flower; Lipocarpha has two nested bracts (inner and outer) per flower.
Frequently asked questions
Is Isolepis sp. native to California?
No. Isolepis sp. is not native to California (recorded as variable; species dependent).
What plant family does Isolepis sp. belong to?
Isolepis sp. is in the Cyperaceae family, genus Isolepis.
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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