Cyperus albopilosus
Also known as: Mariscus albopilosus C.B.Clarke
- Mariscus albopilosus 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 albopilosus is a sedge belonging to the Cyperaceae family. Originating in Africa, 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)
AFRICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
East Tropical Africa, Northeast Tropical Africa, South Tropical Africa, West Tropical Africa
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Ethiopia, Kenya, Malawi, Nigeria, Tanzania, Zambia, Zimbabwe