Cyperus compactus Retz.
| Etymology | Genus | After the Greek common name of the sedge, "kuperos" |
|---|---|---|
| Species | Compact | |
| Family | Cyperaceae | |
| Synonyms | - | |
| Common Names | Compact Sedge | |
| Status | Native: Least Concern | |
| Form | Herb | |
| Native Distribution | India to South China, Taiwan, and Malesia | |
Diagnostics
Cyperus compactus can be found in scrublands here. The infloresences appear as clusters of spikes supported by long bracts of more than 30cm.
Interesting Facts
The Compact Sedge can be found in wet soggy areas in swamps, grasslands, ditches, and rice fields.
Form of Cryperus compactus.
Clusters of young inflorescences.
Mature inflorescences.
Base of plant.
Leaf.
curved cross section of leaf.
Long bracts.
Siyang ·
2015-02-07 / Modified: 2018-11-08