Status:
valid
Authors:
(C.B.Clarke) Kük.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1936
Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 20(101): 328 (1936)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000381336
Common Names
- Cyperus Rhizomatosus
- Rhizomatous Cyperus
- Rhizomatous Umbrella Sedge
Description
Cyperus rhizomatosus (also called Tuberous-rooted flatsedge, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Africa, Madagascar, and the Arabian Peninsula. It grows in wet areas, such as marshes, swamps, and wet meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Cyperus rhizomatosus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye for fabrics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cyperus rhizomatosus has small, yellow flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cyperus rhizomatosus is a perennial grass native to tropical and subtropical regions. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Division should be done in the spring or fall, with each division planted in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Both methods require regular watering and fertilization.
Where to Find Cyperus rhizomatosus
Cyperus rhizomatosus is native to India and can be found in the states of Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu.
Cyperus rhizomatosus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cyperus rhizomatosus?
Cyperus rhizomatosus
What is the natural habitat of Cyperus rhizomatosus?
Cyperus rhizomatosus is found in wetland areas in North America.
What is the size of Cyperus rhizomatosus?
Cyperus rhizomatosus can reach a height of up to 60 cm.
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:305774-1: 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].