Cyperus carinatus
Also known as: Mariscus carinatus (R.Br.) C.B.Clarke
- Mariscus carinatus (R.Br.) C.B.Clarke
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Cyperaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial or rhizomatous geophyte.
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Cyperus carinatus is a sedge belonging to the Cyperaceae family. Indigenous to Australasia, this species is primarily associated with seasonally dry tropical conditions. The genus Cyperus is notably large, comprising more than 950 species.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Sedge
Plant Type
Bulb
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
AUSTRALASIA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Australia
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Northern Territory, Queensland, Western Australia