Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
appendiculatus
ID:
368420

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Brongn.) Kunth

Source:
wcs

Year:
1837

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. 2: 81 (1837)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000367752



Common Names

  • Appendiculate Flatsedge
  • Appendiculate Sedge
  • Appendiculate Meadow Sedge


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Description

Cyperus appendiculatus (also called Umbrella Sedge, among many other common names) is a perennial grass-like plant native to Africa and Asia. It grows in wet and marshy areas, and is characterized by its long, thin leaves and small, yellowish-brown flower heads.

Uses & Benefits

Cyperus appendiculatus is a species of sedge that is native to North and South America. It is commonly used as a ground cover in gardens and landscaping, and is also used in wetland restoration projects.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Cyperus appendiculatus var. appendiculatus
Cyperus appendiculatus var. atlanticus (Hemsl.) Kük.
Cyperus appendiculatus var. noronhae (Ridl.) Kük.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cyperus appendiculatus has small, yellow-green flowers. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small, with thin stems and small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyperus appendiculatus is a perennial grass-like plant that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The seeds should be planted in a moist, well-drained soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, it is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Cyperus appendiculatus

Cyperus appendiculatus is native to tropical Africa.

Cyperus appendiculatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyperus appendiculatus?

Cyperus appendiculatus

What are the common names of Cyperus appendiculatus?

Common names include the Appendiculate cyperus, the Appendiculate cyperus, and the Appendiculate cyperus.

What are the uses of Cyperus appendiculatus?

Cyperus appendiculatus is used for medicinal purposes, as a food source, and for its ornamental value.

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

Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:303796-1: 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].