Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rhizomafragilis
ID:
382003

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lye) Lye

Source:
wcs

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Sedges & Rushes E. Afr. , App. 3: 2 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000381335



Common Names

  • Cyperus Rhizomafragilis
  • Fragile-rhizome Cyperus
  • Fragile-rhizome Umbrella Sedge


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Description

Cyperus rhizomafragilis (also called Fragile-rooted flatsedge, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Africa, Madagascar, and the Arabian Peninsula. It grows in wet areas, such as marshes, swamps, and wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Cyperus rhizomafragilis is used as an herbal remedy to treat digestive issues, such as indigestion, nausea, and vomiting. It is also used to treat skin ailments, such as eczema and psoriasis.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cyperus rhizomafragilis has small, yellow flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyperus rhizomafragilis is a perennial grass native to tropical and subtropical regions. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Division should be done in the spring or fall, with each division planted in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Both methods require regular watering and fertilization.

Where to Find Cyperus rhizomafragilis

Cyperus rhizomafragilis is native to India and can be found in the states of Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu.

Cyperus rhizomafragilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyperus rhizomafragilis?

Cyperus rhizomafragilis

What is the natural habitat of Cyperus rhizomafragilis?

Cyperus rhizomafragilis is found in wetland areas in Asia.

What is the size of Cyperus rhizomafragilis?

Cyperus rhizomafragilis can reach a height of up to 50 cm.

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

Kåre Arnstein Lye (b.1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lye' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:912343-1: 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].