Fimbristylis acuminata

Pointed fimbristylis
Scientific classification
Kingdom:Plantae
Clade:Angiosperms
Clade:Monocots
Clade:Commelinids
Order:Poales
Family:Cyperaceae
Genus:Fimbristylis
Species: F. acuminata
Binomial name
Fimbristylis acuminata

Fimbristylis acuminata, commonly known as pointed fimbristylis, is a sedge of the Cyperaceae family that is found in tropical areas extending from India, through parts of South East Asia and into northern Australia.[1]

The rhizomatous perennial grass-like or herb sedge typically grows to a height of 0.3 metres (0.98 ft) and has a tufted habit. It blooms between May and August and produces brown flowers.[2]

In Western Australia it is found along creeks and in other damp areas in the Kimberley region where it grows in muddy-loamy soils.[2]

References

  1. "Fimbristylis acuminata". The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources. 2011. Retrieved 16 October 2017.
  2. 1 2 "Fimbristylis acuminata". FloraBase. Western Australian Government Department of Parks and Wildlife.
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