Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
linearispiculatus
ID:
377674

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.L.Dai

Source:
wcs

Year:
1961

Citation Micro:
Fl. Reipubl. Popularis Sin. 11: 230 (1961)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000377006



Common Names

  • Linear-Spiked Cyperus
  • Cyperus linearispiculatus
  • Linear-Spiked Umbrella Sedge


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Description

Cyperus linearispiculatus (also called Linear-spiculate cyperus, among many other common names) is a perennial sedge native to Africa. It has a tufted growth habit and can grow up to 1 meter tall. It is found in wetland habitats, such as marshes, swamps, and floodplains.

Uses & Benefits

Cyperus linearispiculatus is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and as a source of fuelwood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cyperus linearispiculatus is a small, yellow-green, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, long, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyperus linearispiculatus is a perennial herb native to tropical Asia. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of at least 21°C. Division should be done in the spring or fall, and the plant should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Cyperus linearispiculatus

Cyperus linearispiculatus is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It is found in moist places, such as near streams, ponds, and marshes.

Cyperus linearispiculatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyperus linearispiculatus?

Cyperus linearispiculatus

Where is Cyperus linearispiculatus found?

Cyperus linearispiculatus is found in tropical Africa.

What is the flowering period of Cyperus linearispiculatus?

Cyperus linearispiculatus flowers from May to October.

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

POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:305023-1: 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].