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Fimbristylis leucostachya

Also known as: Iria leucostachya (Roem. & Schult.) Kuntze
  • Iria leucostachya (Roem. & Schult.) Kuntze
Botanical Data
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Botanical Family: Cyperaceae
  • WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial or rhizomatous geophyte.

Fimbristylis leucostachya is a sedge belonging to the Cyperaceae family. Originating in South America, this species is primarily associated with wet tropical conditions. It belongs to the highly diverse genus Fimbristylis, which contains over 300 distinct species.

Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Sedge
Plant Type
Bulb

Native Range

Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Northern South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Venezuela

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