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Madagascar flatsedge

Scientific Name: Cyperus phaeolepis

Family: Cyperaceae

Category: Monocot

Growth: Graminoid

Duration: Perennial

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Madagascar Flatsedge (Cyperus phaeolepis)

Discover information about Cyperus phaeolepis, commonly known as Madagascar Flatsedge, a perennial plant belonging to the Cyperaceae family.

Considerations for Pets

  • According to available information, Madagascar Flatsedge is considered unsafe for dogs.

Considerations for Children

  • According to available information, Madagascar Flatsedge is considered unsafe for children.

Nomenclature and Taxonomy

  • Scientific Name: Cyperus phaeolepis Cherm.
  • Common Name: Madagascar Flatsedge
  • Family: Cyperaceae
  • Kingdom: Plantae
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Taxonomic Status: Accepted
  • Synonym: Madagascar flatsedge English (as a common name)

Distribution and Habitat

  • Cyperus phaeolepis is native to Madagascar.
  • Other Cyperus species are found in diverse regions, including Australia, Taiwan, Congo, Cote D'ivoire, Indonesia, Kenya, Mali, Philippines, Senegal, Tanzania, Central and North America, Southeast Asia, some Pacific Islands, Australia, New Guinea, and central Africa.

Morphological Characteristics

  • Growth Habit: Graminoid
  • Duration: Perennial

Light Requirements

  • Madagascar Flatsedge thrives best when located in a sunny area, receiving at least a few hours of direct sunlight daily.

Related Species

  • Cyperus zollingeri
  • Cyperus aggregatus (inflatedscale flatsedge)
  • Cyperus ochraceus (Pond Flatsedge)
  • Cyperus odoratus (Fragrant Flatsedge)
  • Cyperus louisianensis (Louisiana Flatsedge)
  • Cyperus cuspidatus (coastal plain flatsedge)
  • Cyperus imbricatus (shingle flatsedge)
  • Cyperus squarrosus (Bearded Flatsedge)

Further Information

  • USDA Plants Database (Symbol: CYPH)
  • ITIS (Integrated Taxonomic Information System): TSN 39953
  • British Database of World Flora and Fauna
  • Discover Life
  • Dave's Garden
  • Garden Guides