Cyperus surinamensis, also known as the tropical flatsedge, is a sedge of the family Cyperaceae that is native to the Americas.[1]

Tropical flatsedge
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Kingdom: Plantae
Clade: Tracheophytes
Clade: Angiosperms
Clade: Monocots
Clade: Commelinids
Order: Poales
Family: Cyperaceae
Genus: Cyperus
Species:
C. surinamensis
Binomial name
Cyperus surinamensis

Description

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The annual or short-lived perennial sedge typically grows to a height of 0.35 to 0.8 metres (1.15 to 2.62 ft). It blooms between late spring and early fall producing reddish-brown flowers.[2]

Distribution

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The species is native to the south east of the United States of America, Mexico and parts of Central America.[2] It is an alien species in Western Australia but is found in the Kimberley region.[3]

Ecology

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It grows in sunny areas with disturbed soil from sea level to an altitude of 200 metres (656 ft).[2]

See also

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References

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  1. ^ "Cyperus surinamensis Rottb. tropical flatsedge". United States Department of Agriculture. Retrieved 7 October 2017.
  2. ^ a b c "Cyperus surinamensis Rottbøll, Descr. Pl. Rar. 20. 1772". Flora of North America. eFloras.org. Retrieved 7 October 2017.
  3. ^ "Cyperus surinamensis". FloraBase. Western Australian Government Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions.