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Cyperus vaginatus

Stiff Leaved Flat Sedge
Also known as: Cyperus vaginatus var. contractus Domin +2 more
  • Cyperus vaginatus var. contractus Domin
  • Cyperus vaginatus var. densiflorus Benth.
  • Cyperus vaginatus var. pseudotextilis Kük.
Botanical Data
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Botanical Family: Cyperaceae
  • WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial or rhizomatous geophyte.

Cyperus vaginatus (commonly known as Stiff-leaved Flat-sedge) is a sedge belonging to the Cyperaceae family. Originating in Australasia, this species is primarily associated with seasonally dry tropical conditions. It is part of the broad Cyperus genus, encompassing over 950 species globally.

Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Sedge
Plant Type
Bulb

Native Range

Continents (WGSRPD)
AUSTRALASIA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Australia
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
New South Wales, Northern Territory, Queensland, South Australia, Victoria, Western Australia

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