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Cyperus sexflorus

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Species of plant

Cyperus sexflorus
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Kingdom: Plantae
Clade: Tracheophytes
Clade: Angiosperms
Clade: Monocots
Clade: Commelinids
Order: Poales
Family: Cyperaceae
Genus: Cyperus
Species: C. sexflorus
Binomial name
Cyperus sexflorus
R.Br.

Cyperus sexflorus is a sedge of the family Cyperaceae that is native to Australia.

The rhizomatous, perennial, herbaceous, grass-like sedge typically grows to a height of 0.3 to 0.75 metres (1.0 to 2.5 ft). It blooms between January and July, producing brown flowers.

In Western Australia it is found amongst sandstone rocks in the Kimberley region where it grows in sandy soils. It is also found across the top end of the Northern Territory.

See also

References

  1. ^ "Cyperus sexflorus". FloraBase. Western Australian Government Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions.
  2. "Cyperus sexflorus R.Br". NT Flora. Government of Northern Territory. Retrieved 6 October 2017.
Taxon identifiers
Cyperus sexflorus
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