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Saw Grass, scientifically known as Cladium mariscus, is a perennial plant native to Suriname and thrives in moist to wet environments with light sandy, medium, or clay soils. Saw Grass (Latin: Cladium mariscus, family Cyperaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Saw Grass is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Saw Grass is a member of the Cyperaceae family native to ALA, ALB, ALG, AGE, and AGW. Saw Grass thrives in full sun to partial shade and requires moist to wet soil, making it suitable for bog gardens or areas with high humidity.
Saw Grass grows best in USDA zone 3-7, full sun, partial sun/shade light, moist, wet water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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