Cyperus phaeolepis
Madagascar Flatsedge
Also known as: Cyperus albiflorus Cherm. +2 more
- Cyperus albiflorus Cherm.
- Cyperus phaeolepis var. albiflorus (Cherm.) Cherm.
- Cyperus phaeolepis var. albiflorus (Cherm.) Kük.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Cyperaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial or rhizomatous geophyte.
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Cyperus phaeolepis (commonly known as Madagascar flatsedge) is a sedge belonging to the Cyperaceae family. Found natively 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)
Western Indian Ocean
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Madagascar