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Variable flatsedge

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 (식물)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (피자식물문)

Species

Cyperus difformis (Variable flatsedge)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Junco de Agua

French Souchet difforme

Portuguese Junça Diforme

Arabic Adjir

Similar Species in Cyperus

Cyperus alopecuroides

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Variable flatsedge?

The scientific name of Variable flatsedge is Cyperus difformis. It belongs to the genus Cyperus.

What is the conservation status of Variable flatsedge?

Variable flatsedge (Cyperus difformis) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Variable flatsedge live?

Variable flatsedge 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 Variable flatsedge belong to?

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

Is Variable flatsedge endangered?

No, Variable flatsedge (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 Variable flatsedge belong to?

Variable flatsedge (Cyperus difformis) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (식물).

What are the closest relatives of Variable flatsedge?

The closest relatives of Variable flatsedge in the genus Cyperus include Awned Cyperus, Baldwin's Flatsedge, Brown flatsedge, Foxtail flatsedge, Galingale.