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cipero

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 (planta)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Species

Cyperus rotundus (cipero)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish cipero

French Souchet Rond

German Knollen-Zypergras

Arabic Hasir

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of cipero?

The scientific name of cipero is Cyperus rotundus. It belongs to the genus Cyperus.

What is the conservation status of cipero?

cipero (Cyperus rotundus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does cipero live?

cipero 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 cipero belong to?

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

Is cipero endangered?

No, cipero (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 cipero belong to?

cipero (Cyperus rotundus) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (planta).

What are the closest relatives of cipero?

The closest relatives of cipero in the genus Cyperus include cebollín, cortadera, juncia, juncia anual, Junco de Agua.