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Cyperus pulchellus (Cyperus pulchellus)

Description

Cyperus pulchellus is a sedge of the Cyperaceae family that is native to Australia. The rhizomatous perennial sedge typically grows to a height of 0.08 to 0.3 metres 0.26 to 0.98 ft It blooms between January and July producing white-brown flowers. In Western Australia it is found around swamps in the Kimberley region where it grows in sandy or clay soils.

Taxonomic tree

  • Domain: Eukarya

    • Kingdom: Plantae

      • Phylum:

        • Class: Liliopsida

          • Order: Poales

            • Family: Cyperaceae

              • Genus: Cyperus