Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
conservator-davidii
ID:
1327936

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.C.Tucker

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 44: 254 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340390



Common Names

  • Cyperus
  • Conservator-Davidii
  • Cyperus Conservator-Davidii


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Description

Cyperus conservator-davidii (also called David's Cyperus, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Africa. It has long, narrow leaves and produces clusters of small, yellow, star-shaped flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas and is found in grasslands and rocky outcrops.

Uses & Benefits

Cyperus conservator-davidii is an ornamental plant that is used in aquariums and terrariums. It has a unique leaf shape and coloration that makes it a popular choice for aquascaping. It can also be used as a natural air purifier, as it absorbs toxins from the air.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cyperus conservator-davidii has yellow-green flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyperus conservator-davidii is a perennial grass native to Mexico. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be planted in the spring and will bloom in the summer.

Where to Find Cyperus conservator-davidii

Cyperus conservator-davidii can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Cyperus conservator-davidii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyperus conservator-davidii?

Cyperus conservator-davidii

What are the common names of Cyperus conservator-davidii?

David's Cyperus

What is the natural habitat of Cyperus conservator-davidii?

Cyperus conservator-davidii is found in wetland habitats in Central and South America

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

Gordon C. Tucker (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.C.Tucker' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77141873-1: 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].