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Pale galingale, Tall flatsedge

Cyperus eragrostis

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in grasslands, wetlands, forests, and cultivated landscapes.

Widely distributed across Africa (Namibia, South Africa), Asia (Japan, Taiwan), Europe (20 countries), North America (Canada, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, New Zealand), and South America (Brazil, Chile).

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Names in Other Languages

Spanish cortadera
French Souchet vigoureux
German Frischgrünes Zypergras
Portuguese junção

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Pale galingale, Tall flatsedge?
The scientific name of Pale galingale, Tall flatsedge is Cyperus eragrostis. It belongs to the genus Cyperus.
Where does Pale galingale, Tall flatsedge live?
Pale galingale, Tall flatsedge is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Namibia, South Africa), Asia (Japan, Taiwan), Europe (20 countries), North America (Canada, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, New Zealand), and South America (Brazil, Chile).. Countries include Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, France.
What family does Pale galingale, Tall flatsedge belong to?
Pale galingale, Tall flatsedge (Cyperus eragrostis) belongs to the genus Cyperus, which is part of the taxonomic family Cyperaceae.
What kingdom does Pale galingale, Tall flatsedge belong to?
Pale galingale, Tall flatsedge (Cyperus eragrostis) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (растения).
What are the closest relatives of Pale galingale, Tall flatsedge?
The closest relatives of Pale galingale, Tall flatsedge in the genus Cyperus include Awned Cyperus, Baldwin's Flatsedge, Brown flatsedge, Foxtail flatsedge, Galingale.

Native Range — 30 Countries

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