Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
haematocephalus
ID:
375028

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boeckeler ex C.B.Clarke

Source:
wcs

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Fl. Cap. 7: 171 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000374360



Common Names

  • Cyperus haematocephalus
  • Haematocephalus Cyperus
  • Haematoce Cyperus


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Description

Cyperus haematocephalus (also called red-headed flatsedge, among many other common names) is a perennial sedge native to the tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It typically grows in wet soils, such as marshes, swamps, and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Cyperus haematocephalus is used as an ornamental plant, as a medicinal plant, and as a soil-improving crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cyperus haematocephalus has small, yellowish-green flowers in clusters on long, thin stems. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and grass-like.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyperus haematocephalus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It should be sown in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. The seeds should be planted in early spring and should be kept moist until germination. Division can be done in early spring or late summer. The plants should be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks during the growing season. The plants should be pruned in late winter or early spring to promote new growth.

Where to Find Cyperus haematocephalus

Cyperus haematocephalus can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including parts of Africa, Asia, and South America.

Cyperus haematocephalus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyperus haematocephalus?

Cyperus haematocephalus

What is the common name of Cyperus haematocephalus?

Haematocephalus cyperus

What is the natural habitat of Cyperus haematocephalus?

Mediterranean region

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

Charles Baron Clarke (1832-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.B.Clarke' in the authors string.
Johann Otto Boeckeler (1803-1899): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boeckeler' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:304682-1: 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].