Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
constanzae
ID:
370848

Status:
valid

Authors:
Urb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Symb. Antill. 7: 168 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000370180

Common Names

  • Constanzae Cyperus
  • Cyperus Constanzae
  • Constanzae's Cyperus

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Description

Cyperus constanzae (also called 'Constanzae Sedge', among many other common names) is a perennial grass-like plant with a clumping habit, up to 3 feet (90 cm) tall. It is native to Mexico and is found in moist, grassy areas. It has long, narrow leaves and small, brownish-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Cyperus constanzae is used as an ornamental plant, as a food source, and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cyperus constanzae has small, yellow-green flowers. Its seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyperus constanzae is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full to partial sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade.

Where to Find Cyperus constanzae

Cyperus constanzae is native to South America and can be found in Brazil, Argentina, and Paraguay.

Cyperus constanzae FAQ

What is the common name of Cyperus constanzae?

Constanza's Flatsedge

What is the natural habitat of Cyperus constanzae?

It is native to South America and the Caribbean.

What are the care requirements for Cyperus constanzae?

Cyperus constanzae requires full sun to partial shade, moist soil, and regular watering during the growing season.

Species in the Cyperus genus

Cyperus acuminatus, Cyperus acuticarinatus, Cyperus aethiops, Cyperus affinis, Cyperus afroalpinus, Cyperus afrodunensis, Cyperus afroechinatus, Cyperus afromontanus, Cyperus afropumilus, Cyperus afrovaricus, Cyperus aggregatus, Cyperus ajax, Cyperus alatus, Cyperus albiceps, Cyperus albogracilis, Cyperus albopilosus, Cyperus albopurpureus, Cyperus albosanguineus, Cyperus albostriatus, Cyperus albus, Cyperus alleizettei, Cyperus almensis, Cyperus alopecuroides, Cyperus alterniflorus, Cyperus alternifolius, Cyperus altochrysocephalus, Cyperus altomicroglumis, Cyperus altsonii, Cyperus alulatus, Cyperus amabilis, Cyperus amauropus, Cyperus amuricocompressus, Cyperus amuricus, Cyperus anderssonii, Cyperus angolensis, Cyperus angustatus, Cyperus anisitsii, Cyperus ankaizinensis, Cyperus ankaratrensis, Cyperus antillanus, Cyperus appendiculatus, Cyperus aquatilis, Cyperus arenarius, Cyperus armstrongii, Cyperus aromaticus, Cyperus arsenei, Cyperus articulatus, Cyperus aschenbornianus, Cyperus assimilis, Cyperus astartodes,

Species in the Cyperaceae family

Abildgaardia mexicana, Abildgaardia ovata, Abildgaardia schoenoides, Abildgaardia triflora, Abildgaardia oxystachya, Abildgaardia odontocarpa, Abildgaardia macrantha, Abildgaardia fusiformis, Abildgaardia pachyptera, Actinoschoenus repens, Actinoschoenus yunnanensis, Actinoschoenus aphyllus, Actinoscirpus grossus, Afrotrilepis jaegeri, Afrotrilepis pilosa, Amphiscirpus nevadensis, Arthrostylis aphylla, Arthrostylis planiculmis, Becquerelia clarkei, Becquerelia cymosa, Becquerelia discolor, Becquerelia merkeliana, Becquerelia muricata, Becquerelia tuberculata, Bisboeckelera irrigua, Bisboeckelera longifolia, Bisboeckelera microcephala, Bisboeckelera vinacea, Blysmus compressus, Blysmus mongolicola, Blysmus rufus, Blysmus sinocompressus, Bolboschoenoplectus mariqueter, Bolboschoenus caldwellii, Bolboschoenus capensis, Bolboschoenus fluviatilis, Bolboschoenus glaucus, Bolboschoenus grandispicus, Bolboschoenus laticarpus, Bolboschoenus maritimus, Bolboschoenus medianus, Bolboschoenus nobilis, Bolboschoenus novae-angliae, Bolboschoenus planiculmis, Bolboschoenus robustus, Bolboschoenus schmidii, Bolboschoenus stagnicola, Bolboschoenus yagara, Bolboschoenus koshevnikovii, Bolboschoenus biconcavus,

References

Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:74568-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].