Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
setigerus
ID:
383254

Status:
valid

Authors:
Torr. & Hook.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Ann. Lyceum Nat. Hist. New York 3: 434 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000382586



Common Names

  • Setigerus Cyperus
  • Setigerus Umbrella Sedge
  • Setigerus Flat Sedge


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Description

Cyperus setigerus (also called Bushy Flatsedge, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia. It grows in moist soils, such as wetlands, swamps, and marshes.

Uses & Benefits

Cyperus setigerus is used as an ornamental plant, as a ground cover, and as a soil stabilizer. It is also used for erosion control and to reduce water runoff. The plant has medicinal properties and is used to treat fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cyperus setigerus is a small, white flower. The seed is a small, black seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyperus setigerus can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist soil and partial shade, and can be grown in a wide range of temperatures. It is a hardy plant and can tolerate some drought.

Where to Find Cyperus setigerus

Cyperus setigerus is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including parts of Asia, Africa, and the Americas. It is found in wetlands, ponds, and shallow water.

Cyperus setigerus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyperus setigerus?

Cyperus setigerus

What is the common name of Cyperus setigerus?

Umbrella Sedge

What is the natural habitat of Cyperus setigerus?

It is found in wet soils, marshes, and swamps

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

John Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:305924-1: 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].