Cyperus_surinamensis

<i>Cyperus surinamensis</i>

Cyperus surinamensis

Species of plant

Cyperus surinamensis, also known as the tropical flatsedge, is a sedge of the family Cyperaceae that is native to the Americas.[1]

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Description

The annual or short-lived perennial sedge typically grows to a height of 0.35 to 0.8 metres (1.15 to 2.62 ft). It blooms between late spring and early fall producing reddish-brown flowers.[2]

Distribution

The species is native to the south east of the United States of America, Mexico and parts of Central America.[2] It is an alien species in Western Australia but is found in the Kimberley region.[3]

Ecology

It grows in sunny areas with disturbed soil from sea level to an altitude of 200 metres (656 ft).[2]

See also

References

  1. [1]
    "Cyperus surinamensis Rottb. tropical flatsedge". United States Department of Agriculture. Retrieved 7 October 2017.
  2. [2]
    "Cyperus surinamensis Rottbøll, Descr. Pl. Rar. 20. 1772". Flora of North America. eFloras.org. Retrieved 7 October 2017.
  3. [3]
    "Cyperus surinamensis". FloraBase. Western Australian Government Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions.
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