Cyperaceae

Cyperaceae (Cyperaceae) is a family of organisms sharing recent common ancestry and similar characteristics. It contains 24 genuss with 476 known species. Key genus groups include Actinoscirpus, Amphiscirpus, Blysmus, Bolboschoenus, Bulbostylis, and Carex. Among its members, 48 species are currently classified as threatened (Critically Endangered, Endangered, or Vulnerable). It belongs to Grasses (Poales).