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Jointed Flatsedge

Cyperus articulatus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Liliopsida ›Order: Poales ›Family: Cyperaceae ›Genus: Cyperus

About

Cyperus articulatus is an aromatic species of sedge known by the common names jointed flatsedge and priprioca. It has also been known as Guinea rush or adrue. It grows as a perennial herb. It grows in water or near it in rivers, streams, lakes, and swamps with a hyperhydrate (emergent aquatic) or possibly tenagophyte (submerged juvenile and terrestrial adult) growth pattern. It is widespread across tropical and subtropical regions in Africa, southern Asia, northern Australia, the...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Jointed Flatsedge?
The scientific name of Jointed Flatsedge is Cyperus articulatus.
What is the conservation status of Jointed Flatsedge?
The Jointed Flatsedge has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Jointed Flatsedge belong to?
Jointed Flatsedge belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Jointed Flatsedge belong to?
Jointed Flatsedge belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Jointed Flatsedge belong to?
Jointed Flatsedge belongs to the class Liliopsida.
What order does Jointed Flatsedge belong to?
Jointed Flatsedge belongs to the order Poales.
What family does Jointed Flatsedge belong to?
Jointed Flatsedge belongs to the family Cyperaceae.
What genus does Jointed Flatsedge belong to?
Jointed Flatsedge belongs to the genus Cyperus.