Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
subcastaneus
ID:
383909

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.A.Simpson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 42: 897 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000383241

Common Names

  • Cyperus Subcastaneus
  • Chestnut Cyperus
  • Chestnut-leaved Cyperus

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Description

Cyperus subcastaneus (also called Castaneus Cyperus, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Central and South America. It has a clumping habit and narrow, upright leaves that are dark green on top and paler underneath. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in tropical and subtropical climates and can be found in lowland forests, montane forests, and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cyperus subcastaneus is a medicinal plant used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive issues. It has also been used as an insect repellent and to make a fragrant oil. It can also be used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Cyperus subcastaneus sub. subcastaneus
Cyperus subcastaneus sub. graomogolii D.A.Simpson

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cyperus subcastaneus has small, yellow-green flowers. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings have a single, thin stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyperus subcastaneus is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist soil and partial shade. It can be grown in a variety of soils, including clay, loam, and sand. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some flooding. It is best to water it regularly and fertilize it every few weeks.

Where to Find Cyperus subcastaneus

Cyperus subcastaneus can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa.

Cyperus subcastaneus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyperus subcastaneus?

Cyperus subcastaneus

Where does Cyperus subcastaneus grow?

Cyperus subcastaneus is native to Africa.

What type of soil does Cyperus subcastaneus prefer?

Cyperus subcastaneus prefers moist, well-drained soil.

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

David Alan Simpson (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.A.Simpson' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:275611-2: 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].