Cyperaceae source details

Khaosokia caricoides D.A.Simpson, Chayam. & J.Parn. (original description)
Isotype K 000308126, geounit Thailand, identified as Khaosokia caricoides D.A.Simpson, Chayam. & J.Parn.
Holotype BKF 143592, geounit Thailand, identified as Khaosokia caricoides D.A.Simpson, Chayam. & J.Parn.
Robust, tussocky, rhizomatous, dioecious perennial. Culms erect to pendant. Leaves many, crowded, pendant, basal, ... [details]
Robust, tussocky, rhizomatous, dioecious perennial, with fibrous remains of leaf sheaths at base of plant. Culms up ... [details]
Planta perennis rhizomatosa; folia numerosa; inflorescentia masculina aut feminea; spiculae masculinae et femineae ... [details]
Planta perennis rhizomatosa; culmi 60 cm × 1.1–1.4 mm scabridi; folia numerosa basalia lamina usque ad 51 cm × ... [details]
Endemic to peninsular Thailand. Known only from the type locality. [details]
The genus is named after Khao Sok National Park, Surat Thani Province, Thailand where the plant was found. [details]
The specific epithet alludes to the resemblance of the plant to some species of Carex. [details]
In crevices on sunny limestone cliffs, c. 2–5 m above water level. [details]