Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lancastriensis
ID:
377055

Status:
valid

Authors:
Porter

Source:
wcs

Year:
1867

Citation Micro:
Manual , ed. 5: 555 (1867)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000376387



Common Names

  • Cyperus lancastriensis
  • Lancastrian Cyperus
  • Lancastrian Flat Sedge


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Description

Cyperus lancastriensis (also called Lancastrian Umbrella Sedge, among many other common names) is a perennial grass-like plant native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It has a creeping rhizome and long, narrow leaves that form a fan-like shape. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as along the edges of streams and ponds.

Uses & Benefits

Cyperus lancastriensis has been used medicinally to treat skin conditions, as an antiseptic, and for its anti-inflammatory properties. It has also been used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cyperus lancastriensis has small yellow-green flowers with three petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single round leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyperus lancastriensis is a perennial grass-like plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F).

Where to Find Cyperus lancastriensis

Cyperus lancastriensis is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia. It can be found in wetland habitats such as marshes, swamps, and floodplains.

Cyperus lancastriensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyperus lancastriensis?

Cyperus lancastriensis

What is the common name of Cyperus lancastriensis?

Lancaster's cyperus

What type of plant is Cyperus lancastriensis?

Grass-like plant

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

Thomas Conrad Porter (1822-1901): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Porter' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:304948-1: 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].