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Souchet Rond

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 (plante)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Species

Cyperus rotundus (Souchet Rond)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish cipero

French Souchet Rond

German Knollen-Zypergras

Arabic Hasir

Similar Species in Cyperus

lipocarphe à petites fleurs

Cyperus subsquarrosus

Souchet à racines rouges

Cyperus erythrorhizos

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Souchet Rond?

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

What is the conservation status of Souchet Rond?

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

Where does Souchet Rond live?

Souchet Rond 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 Souchet Rond belong to?

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

Is Souchet Rond endangered?

No, Souchet Rond (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 Souchet Rond belong to?

Souchet Rond (Cyperus rotundus) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plante).

What are the closest relatives of Souchet Rond?

The closest relatives of Souchet Rond in the genus Cyperus include Jonc du Nil, lipocarphe à petites fleurs, Souchet, Souchet à deux épis, Souchet à racines rouges.