Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
michelianus
ID:
257

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Delile

Source:
tro

Year:
1813

Citation Micro:
Descr. Egypte, Hist. Nat. 2(Mém.): 50 (1813)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001302265



Common Names

  • Cyperus michelianus
  • Michel's Flatsedge
  • Michel's Cyperus


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Description

Cyperus michelianus (also called Michel's flatsedge, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It has a creeping rhizome and grows in dense tufts. The leaves are linear and the flowers are borne in a terminal umbel. It is found in wetland habitats such as marshes, swamps, and wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Cyperus michelianus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a ground cover in areas with poor soil. It can be used to prevent soil erosion and to provide habitat for wildlife.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Cyperus michelianus sub. michelianus
Cyperus michelianus sub. pygmaeus (Rottb.) Asch. & Graebn.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cyperus michelianus has small, yellow-green flowers that are arranged in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small, dark brown and triangular in shape. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyperus michelianus is a perennial herb that is native to China. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by division of the rhizomes or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame and the seedlings transplanted to their permanent positions in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Cyperus michelianus

Cyperus michelianus is native to East Asia and can be found in wetland habitats.

Cyperus michelianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyperus michelianus?

Cyperus michelianus

What is the common name of Cyperus michelianus?

Michel's Flatsedge

What is the natural habitat of Cyperus michelianus?

Meadows, marshes, and wet areas

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

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Alire Raffeneau Delile (1778-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Delile' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1054019-2: 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].