Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
albescens
ID:
1332953

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Steud.) Larridon & Govaerts

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 71(2)-30: 1 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345407



Common Names

  • Albescens Cyperus
  • Cyperus albescens
  • Albescens Cyperus Grass


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Description

Cyperus albescens (also called 'White Cyperus' and 'White Plant', among many other common names) is a species of plant native to South America. It is a small perennial herb, reaching a maximum height of around 30 cm. It has small, oval leaves and small, yellow flowers with a white center. It grows in humid, shady habitats, often in forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Cyperus albescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cyperus albescens has small, white flowers with three petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyperus albescens is best propagated by division. The plant should be divided in late spring or early summer, when the plant is actively growing. The plant should be carefully dug up, and the root ball should be divided into several sections, each with a few leaves and some roots. The divisions should be planted in a well-draining potting mix, and should be kept in a warm, bright location. Water regularly, and the divisions should take root in about 4-6 weeks.

Where to Find Cyperus albescens

Cyperus albescens can be found in the mountains of the Cantabrian Range in Spain.

Cyperus albescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyperus albescens?

Cyperus albescens

What is the natural habitat of Cyperus albescens?

Cyperus albescens is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

How big can Cyperus albescens grow?

Cyperus albescens can grow up to 1 meter in height.

Species in the Cyperus genus

Cyperus acuminatus, Cyperus acuticarinatus, Cyperus aethiops, Cyperus affinis, Cyperus afroalpinus, Cyperus afrodunensis, Cyperus afroechinatus, Cyperus afromontanus, Cyperus afropumilus, Cyperus afrovaricus, Cyperus aggregatus, Cyperus ajax, Cyperus alatus, Cyperus albiceps, Cyperus albogracilis, Cyperus albopilosus, Cyperus albopurpureus, Cyperus albosanguineus, Cyperus albostriatus, Cyperus albus, Cyperus alleizettei, Cyperus almensis, Cyperus alopecuroides, Cyperus alterniflorus, Cyperus alternifolius, Cyperus altochrysocephalus, Cyperus altomicroglumis, Cyperus altsonii, Cyperus alulatus, Cyperus amabilis, Cyperus amauropus, Cyperus amuricocompressus, Cyperus amuricus, Cyperus anderssonii, Cyperus angolensis, Cyperus angustatus, Cyperus anisitsii, Cyperus ankaizinensis, Cyperus ankaratrensis, Cyperus antillanus, Cyperus appendiculatus, Cyperus aquatilis, Cyperus arenarius, Cyperus armstrongii, Cyperus aromaticus, Cyperus arsenei, Cyperus articulatus, Cyperus aschenbornianus, Cyperus assimilis, Cyperus astartodes,

Species in the Cyperaceae family

Abildgaardia mexicana, Abildgaardia ovata, Abildgaardia schoenoides, Abildgaardia triflora, Abildgaardia oxystachya, Abildgaardia odontocarpa, Abildgaardia macrantha, Abildgaardia fusiformis, Abildgaardia pachyptera, Actinoschoenus repens, Actinoschoenus yunnanensis, Actinoschoenus aphyllus, Actinoscirpus grossus, Afrotrilepis jaegeri, Afrotrilepis pilosa, Amphiscirpus nevadensis, Arthrostylis aphylla, Arthrostylis planiculmis, Becquerelia clarkei, Becquerelia cymosa, Becquerelia discolor, Becquerelia merkeliana, Becquerelia muricata, Becquerelia tuberculata, Bisboeckelera irrigua, Bisboeckelera longifolia, Bisboeckelera microcephala, Bisboeckelera vinacea, Blysmus compressus, Blysmus mongolicola, Blysmus rufus, Blysmus sinocompressus, Bolboschoenoplectus mariqueter, Bolboschoenus caldwellii, Bolboschoenus capensis, Bolboschoenus fluviatilis, Bolboschoenus glaucus, Bolboschoenus grandispicus, Bolboschoenus laticarpus, Bolboschoenus maritimus, Bolboschoenus medianus, Bolboschoenus nobilis, Bolboschoenus novae-angliae, Bolboschoenus planiculmis, Bolboschoenus robustus, Bolboschoenus schmidii, Bolboschoenus stagnicola, Bolboschoenus yagara, Bolboschoenus koshevnikovii, Bolboschoenus biconcavus,

References

Ernst Gottlieb von Steudel (1783-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steud.' in the authors string.
Rafaël Govaerts (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Govaerts' in the authors string.
Isabel Larridon (b.2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Larridon' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77154548-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].