Status:
valid
Authors:
(Chiov.) Kük.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1936
Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 20(101): 393 (1936)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000374189
Common Names
- Graceful cyperus
- Graceful flat sedge
- Graceful nutgrass
Description
Cyperus gracillimus (also called Gracile Cyperus, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Cyperaceae family. It is a perennial herb, growing up to 1m tall, with a stem diameter of up to 2cm. It is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of the world, and is found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Cyperus gracillimus is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine for its diuretic, anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cyperus gracillimus is a white or pale yellow, with three petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped nut. The seedlings are dark green, with long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cyperus gracillimus is a perennial plant that can be grown from seeds or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done in spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings can be taken from the stems and planted in a light, sandy soil. Keep the soil moist until the cuttings have rooted.
Where to Find Cyperus gracillimus
Cyperus gracillimus is native to the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.
Cyperus gracillimus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cyperus gracillimus?
Cyperus gracillimus
What is the common name of Cyperus gracillimus?
Slender flatsedge
What is the natural habitat of Cyperus gracillimus?
Wetlands, marshes, and ditches
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
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:304639-1: 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].