Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
somaliensis
ID:
383326

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.B.Clarke

Source:
wcs

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1895: 229 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000382658



Common Names

  • Somali Cyperus
  • Umbrella Sedge
  • Papyrus Sedge


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Description

Cyperus somaliensis (also called Somali Flat Sedge, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Somalia, Ethiopia, and Kenya. It has a tufted habit and grows to a height of 15-30 cm. It is found in moist grasslands, woodlands, and forests.

Uses & Benefits

Cyperus somaliensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used medicinally to treat skin ailments, fever, and malaria.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cyperus somaliensis has small, yellowish-green flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small, dark brown, and triangular in shape. The seedlings are slender and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyperus somaliensis is a perennial grass-like plant that is native to Somalia. It is a low-growing plant that spreads by rhizomes and produces small, yellow-green flowers. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil, and can be propagated by division or seed. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 8-10.

Where to Find Cyperus somaliensis

Cyperus somaliensis is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, including Somalia, Ethiopia, and Kenya. It is commonly found in wetland habitats such as marshes, swamps, and riverbanks.

Cyperus somaliensis FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Cyperus somaliensis?

Cyperus somaliensis prefers temperatures between 18-25°C (64-77°F)

What is the natural habitat of Cyperus somaliensis?

Cyperus somaliensis is found in wetlands, marshes, and slow-moving streams.

What is the average lifespan of Cyperus somaliensis?

The average lifespan of Cyperus somaliensis is 5-7 years.

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

Charles Baron Clarke (1832-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.B.Clarke' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:305949-1: 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].