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variable flatsedge
Scientific Name: Cyperus difformis
Family: Cyperaceae
Category: Monocot
Growth: Graminoid
Duration: Annual
Other Names:
Cyperus difformis: Variable Flatsedge
Cyperus difformis, commonly known as variable flatsedge or smallflower umbrella-sedge, is a species of sedge with a widespread distribution and notable ecological impact.
Considerations for Pets
- This plant produces small seeds in globular clusters.
Common Names
- Scientific Name: Cyperus difformis
- Common Names: variable flatsedge, smallflower umbrella-sedge, dirty-Dora, one-arm sedge, rice sedge, smallflower flat sedge, small-flower umbrella plant
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Family: Cyperaceae
- Kingdom: Plantae
- Synonyms: The provided text does not explicitly list any synonyms.
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to southern Europe, most of Africa, Asia, and Australia.
- Found in aquatic and moist habitats.
Ecological Role
- Considered a major weed of rice fields, sugarcane, tea and corn, especially in California and worldwide.
- Listed in Holm's list of the world’s worst weeds.
- Some species are confined to areas along the Murray River.
Morphological Characteristics
- An annual sedge.
- Lacks rhizomes, stolons, and tubers.
- Size is variable depending on soil fertility and age.
- Grows up to 750mm high.
Other Information
- Classified as a C3 sedge.
- Flower color can be green, yellow, or brown.