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Meyen's flatsedge
Scientific Name: Cyperus meyenianus
Family: Cyperaceae
Category: Monocot
Growth: Graminoid
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Cyperus meyenianus: Meyen's Flatsedge
Cyperus meyenianus, commonly known as Meyen's flatsedge, is a perennial herb found in South America. It belongs to the Cyperus genus, which includes various species, some of which are considered problematic weeds.
Considerations for Pets
- As a flatsedge, it may have sharp edges.
- Some Cyperus species are known to be weeds.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Cyperus meyenianus Kunth
- Common Name: Meyen's flatsedge
- Family: Cyperaceae
- Synonyms:
- Mariscus restioides (Sw.) Kuntze
- Mariscus pedunculatus (R. Br.) T. Koyama
- Cyperus auriculatus Nees & Meyen ex Kunth
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to much of South America.
- Also found in Australia where the name is commonly used.
Ecological Role
- The genus Cyperus contains some species considered to be among the world's worst weeds, though the text doesn't specify C. meyenianus in particular.
Morphological Characteristics
- It is a perennial herb of the Graminoid type.
Further Information
- Taxonomic information is available from the British Database of World Flora and Fauna.
- ITIS (Integrated Taxonomic Information System) also provides data on this species (TSN 39985).