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Knollen-Zypergras

Cyperus rotundus

Least Concern

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, flooded grasslands and savannas, and montane grasslands and shrublands, among 8 distinct biome types. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Africa (18 countries), Asia (20 countries), Europe (11 countries), North America (12 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (14 countries), and South America (7 countries).

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Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Pflanzen)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Order

Poales (Süßgrasartige)

Species

Cyperus rotundus (Knollen-Zypergras)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish cipero

French Souchet Rond

German Knollen-Zypergras

Arabic Hasir

Similar Species in Cyperus

Frischgrünes Zypergras

Schwarzbraunes Zypergras

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Knollen-Zypergras?

The scientific name of Knollen-Zypergras is Cyperus rotundus. It belongs to the genus Cyperus.

What is the conservation status of Knollen-Zypergras?

Knollen-Zypergras (Cyperus rotundus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Knollen-Zypergras live?

Knollen-Zypergras is found in Widely distributed across Africa (18 countries), Asia (20 countries), Europe (11 countries), North America (12 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (14 countries), and South America (7 countries).. Countries include Afghanistan, Australia, Austria, Barbados, Belgium, Belize, Bhutan, Bolivia, Brazil, Burundi.

What family does Knollen-Zypergras belong to?

Knollen-Zypergras (Cyperus rotundus) belongs to the genus Cyperus, which is part of the taxonomic family Cyperaceae.

Is Knollen-Zypergras endangered?

No, Knollen-Zypergras (Cyperus rotundus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Knollen-Zypergras belong to?

Knollen-Zypergras (Cyperus rotundus) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Pflanzen).

What are the closest relatives of Knollen-Zypergras?

The closest relatives of Knollen-Zypergras in the genus Cyperus include Bush-Zypergras, Erdmandel, Frischgrünes Zypergras, Gelbliches Zypergras, Langes Zypergras.