Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spicigerus
ID:
383472

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vahl

Source:
wcs

Year:
1805

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Obs. 2: 300 (1805)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000382804



Common Names

  • Spicigerus Flatsedge
  • Spicigerus Cyperus
  • Spicigerus Galingale


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Description

Cyperus spicigerus (also called Umbrella Sedge, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, Africa, and Asia. It typically grows in moist soils, such as wetlands, marshes, and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Cyperus spicigerus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used medicinally for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cyperus spicigerus is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyperus spicigerus can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a moist, well-drained soil. Division should be done in the spring or fall. The plants should be divided every 3-4 years to keep them healthy and vigorous.

Where to Find Cyperus spicigerus

Cyperus spicigerus is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world and is found in many countries including India, China, and the United States.

Cyperus spicigerus FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Cyperus spicigerus?

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

What is the natural habitat of Cyperus spicigerus?

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

What is the average lifespan of Cyperus spicigerus?

The average lifespan of Cyperus spicigerus 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

Martin Vahl (1749-1804): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vahl' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:305981-1: 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].