Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kilimandscharicus
ID:
376493

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kük.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 21: 326 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000375825



Common Names

  • Cyperus kilimandscharicus
  • Kilimandscharic Cyperus
  • Kilimandscharic's Cyperus


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Description

Cyperus kilimandscharicus (also called Kilimanjaro Cyperus, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to tropical Africa. It has a creeping rhizome and grows up to 1 meter in height. It is found in wetland areas, riverbanks, and marshes.

Uses & Benefits

Cyperus kilimandscharicus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its leaves can be used as a flavoring in food.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Cyperus kilimandscharicus are small, yellow-green in color, and arranged in small clusters. The seeds are small, brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyperus kilimandscharicus is a small, perennial grass-like plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is drought tolerant and can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or autumn. Once established, the plant is relatively drought tolerant and requires minimal care.

Where to Find Cyperus kilimandscharicus

Cyperus kilimandscharicus is native to East Africa and is found in moist, shady areas. It is commonly found in wetland areas, such as swamps, marshes, and along riverbanks.

Cyperus kilimandscharicus FAQ

What is the growth habit of Cyperus kilimandscharicus?

Cyperus kilimandscharicus is an annual grass-like herb that grows in clumps.

What is the native range of Cyperus kilimandscharicus?

Cyperus kilimandscharicus is native to tropical Africa.

What is the soil type preferred by Cyperus kilimandscharicus?

Cyperus kilimandscharicus prefers moist, well-drained soil.

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

Georg Kükenthal (1864-1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kük.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:304897-1: 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].