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Souchet difforme

Cyperus difformis

Least Concern

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests, and tropical and subtropical coniferous forests, among 6 distinct biome types spanning the Indomalayan and Neotropic and Palearctic realms. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Africa (9 countries), Asia (10 countries), Europe (9 countries), North America (6 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (5 countries), and South America (6 countries).

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Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (plante)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Species

Cyperus difformis (Souchet difforme)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Junco de Agua

French Souchet difforme

Portuguese Junça Diforme

Arabic Adjir

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 difforme?

The scientific name of Souchet difforme is Cyperus difformis. It belongs to the genus Cyperus.

What is the conservation status of Souchet difforme?

Souchet difforme (Cyperus difformis) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Souchet difforme live?

Souchet difforme is found in Widely distributed across Africa (9 countries), Asia (10 countries), Europe (9 countries), North America (6 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (5 countries), and South America (6 countries).. Countries include Belgium, Bolivia, Brazil, Burundi, Cameroon, Chile, China, Colombia, Comoros, Egypt.

What family does Souchet difforme belong to?

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

Is Souchet difforme endangered?

No, Souchet difforme (Cyperus difformis) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Souchet difforme belong to?

Souchet difforme (Cyperus difformis) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plante).

What are the closest relatives of Souchet difforme?

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