Cyperus oxycarpus

Cyperus oxycarpus
Scientific classification
Kingdom:Plantae
Clade:Angiosperms
Clade:Monocots
Clade:Commelinids
Order:Poales
Family:Cyperaceae
Genus:Cyperus
Species: C. oxycarpus
Binomial name
Cyperus oxycarpus

Cyperus oxycarpus is a sedge of the Cyperaceae family that is native to Australia.[1]

The rhizomatous perennial sedge typically grows to a height of 0.3 to 0.9 metres (1.0 to 3.0 ft) and has a tufted habit. It blooms between March and April and produces brown flowers.[1]

In Western Australia it is found around wet areas in the Kimberley region where it grows in clay soils.[1]

See also

References

  1. 1 2 3 "Cyperus oxycarpus". FloraBase. Western Australian Government Department of Parks and Wildlife.
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